Environment
Flashpoint: Chad
Today’s vulnerable states give way to tomorrow’s regional crises. First in a new series, we examine the challenges faced by Chad in the COVID-19 era.
While Washington Sleeps, China Continues to Make Inroads in Africa
And the real winner is ultimately the Chinese economy.
An African Powder Keg: Terrorism in the Sahel
Unless deep-rooted socioeconomic and security issues are addressed, Africa’s development miracle risks being derailed. Nowhere is this truer than with the G5 countries in the Sahel.
Brazil’s Tale of Two Epidemics: Zika & COVID-19
One brought an exemplary response, the other an unmitigated disaster.
Nigeria’s Gas: Relief or Redux for the Resource Sector?
A global crisis – this time the COVID-19 pandemic – has once again underscored the dangers of Nigeria’s economic overreliance on oil.
Backgrounder: Agriculture 4.0 in Vietnam
In Vietnam we can see many of the challenges, and solutions, to farming in the era of climate change.
Ecuagoldmining v Ecuador: Mining, the Environment, and International Arbitration
Examining two prominent cases that provide a window into the world of international arbitration: Equagodmining v Ecuador, and P&ID v Nigeria.
LNG Imports and New Supply Challenge Russia’s Hold on European Gas Market
LNG imports and Azeri pipelines look set to lessen Europe’s dependence on Russian supplies, potentially limiting Moscow’s political and economic influence over the region.
Backgrounder: The Water Crisis in Crimea
Exploring the economic, environmental, and geopolitical dynamics surrounding the ongoing water crisis in Crimea.
COVID-19: Economic Impact Round-up (4-22-2020)
Recounting the economic damage and government bailouts that COVID-19 has left in its wake.