Belize's oil production declines, tourism becomes key

Belize's growth is contingent on fiscal discipline and sustainable development of its natural resources

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Ethiopia could avoid Ghana's recent debt crisis

Ghana's economic woes are likely to bolster Ethiopia's reluctance to liberalise its economy

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Appetite for African sovereign bonds will become more discerning as fundamentals deteriorate -- heightening risk

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Even before the stress test results, much has been done to strengthen the capital basis of the euro-area banking system

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Softer terms of transition phase after exiting bail-out could fend off strong challenge from opposition in March

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The aviation sector's development remains undermined by high debt burdens and poor management

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Despite ongoing deleveraging, public and private debt levels remain high -- restraining global growth

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Open confrontation between Brussels and Paris over fiscal consolidation now looks probable

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IMF global growth forecasts were downwardly revised once again, highlighting challenges ahead for policymakers

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A regulatory backlash against microfinance could reduce poor households' access to finance from formal lenders

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