US protectionism would raise trade costs worldwide

The US president is keen to narrow the gaping goods trade deficit, at a large global cost, with no guarantee of success

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New Myanmar labour laws threaten foreign workers

Government has to balance addressing skill shortages with providing domestic jobs

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Inflationary pressures are setting the stage for Central-East European rate hikes, in some cases late this year

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An ageing population and a shortage of skilled labour make the economy dependent on migrants

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With elections approaching next year, pension reform could be one of the new government’s greatest challenges

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Russia's four partners are unenthusiastic about economic union and opposed to political integration

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Policy progress keeps economy expanding rapidly despite drought

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Despite a gaping hole in state finances, the new administration aims to increase expenditures and reduce taxes

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Futures market are now more than 80% sure that the next US interest rate rise will come on March 15

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The boom in US domestic oil and gas production is reshaping the domestic and international politics of energy

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