South Africa’s main opposition faces major poll test

The country’s largest opposition party has struggled to counter a bolstered ANC under new President Cyril Ramaphosa

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Greece’s foreign trade balance may worsen in 2019

Last year was a good year for exports of goods and services but 2019 may not be as favourable

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The re-elected president has an ambitious set of economic goals for his second term, but long-term obstacles persist

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Collectively, the EU has the scope to stimulate economic activity, setting not following the global growth trend

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The popular president is seeking a strong mandate from May’s polls, but his party poses complications

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India is aiming to step up its engagement with Africa

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Mexico’s new tourism strategy relies on infrastructure development, unlikely in itself to foster sustainable growth

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Saudi Aramco is planning a multi-billion-dollar bond issue to finance its acquisition of a majority stake in SABIC

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Banks have taken risks to maintain profits, but higher rates threaten those exposed to property and low-quality lending

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The government hopes a new gas discovery will help provide energy security and boost the economy

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