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Many developing nations risk missing climate targets
The IEA says that energy spending needs to more than double, and to surge in developing nations, to meet climate goals
InternationalProspects for COVID-19 to end-2021
Return to 'normal' after COVID-19 will not be universal or simultaneous across the world
InternationalEnergy systems and economies will be mineral-intensive
The energy transition will create substantial new demand for a range of minerals, including base metals
InternationalBalkanisation of the internet will rise
Both autocratic and democratic governments are expanding their control over the digital realm
InternationalBlows to global crime groups will drive innovation
A string of recent successes in tackling drug crime illustrates the ever-evolving nature of the cocaine trade
InternationalEfforts to curb ransomware crimes face limits
Double-extortion ransomware crimes are rising in frequency and sophistication
InternationalVague G7 climate promises dent COP26 hopes
The G7 climate has ended with environmental campaigners expressing disappointment at the outcomes
InternationalServices apps will alter labour rules when forced
Services apps face pressure to be socially responsible, but they can be viable only if their labour costs stay low
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