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Russian, US, Chinese hypersonic arms lack treaty curbs
New classes of weapon with destabilising characteristics highlight the inadequacy of the arms control framework
InternationalUS move against Israeli firm will not slow spyware use
The US administration has blacklisted Israel's powerful technology firm, NSO Group, for selling spyware tech
InternationalGas supply/demand imbalance will persist into 2023
Gas prices have risen dramatically in 2021 to set records in Europe and Asia
InternationalUltra-fast fashion risks eroding sustainability gains
During the pandemic, millions of consumers opted for ultra-fast fashion, despite its environmental footprint
InternationalNorth-South climate tensions may undermine progress
Climate change is a threat to all countries, but cooperation on addressing it is lacking
InternationalProspects for the global economy in 2022
Supply-side strains and energy, transport and job market dislocations will shape economic policies and outcomes in 2022
InternationalProspects for cybersecurity in 2022
The pandemic has created new and intense cybersecurity risks for companies and governments
InternationalCatastrophe bond market is set for strong growth
Catastrophe bonds remain a niche area of the bond universe but are attracting attention from yield-seeking investors
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