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Socio-economic cost of internet shutdowns is rising
The number of internet shutdowns reached a record-high last year; 2024 appears to be on track for a similar rate
InternationalUS climate risk disclosure rule doubts will persist
Implementation of the SEC’s climate risk disclosure rule, which forms part of the Biden green agenda, is in doubt
United StatesDemand for sustainable aviation fuels will soar
Widespread mandatary commitments for aviation fuel blending imply strong demand for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF)
InternationalChina overcapacity evidence will deepen trade clashes
Data provide some overcapacity evidence for sectors such as green transition products, targeted by the West
ChinaStock market rally has firm foundations but also risks
Fourteen of the 20 largest stock markets have hit all-time highs recently
InternationalPolicy can deal with climate and development together
The poorest nations are, by and large, the most vulnerable to climate change impacts but have the least capacity to cope
InternationalGold rally has momentum but miners will miss out
Gold miners are failing to benefit from the strong rally in the price of gold this year
InternationalWTO now a forum for talks, not unanimous dealmaking
The WTO’s standing is under threat amid the dispute settlement function suspension and low appetite for trade deals
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