Lack of prison reform poses risks in Latin America

With prisons dangerously badly managed, efforts at reform may be focusing on the wrong issues

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Indices can mislead on Africa business costs

Indices and rankings aid understanding of the continent's varied business environment, but have important limitations

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The palace is above politics constitutionally, but not in practice

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Anti-corruption protests, fiscal constraints and a need for political compromise present major challenges for Hernandez

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Modi's pro-liberalisation orientation conflicts with the worldview of his party's core Hindu nationalist base

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Rising uncertainties are playing havoc with a business climate accustomed to long-term stability

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While fiscal reform is likely, political disagreements may see it significantly watered down

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Removing barriers to women in the workplace will be key to the government's efforts to revive the economy

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Bangkok has been hit by two bomb attacks in as many days

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Sweeping government reforms have highlighted the former prime minister's limited influence over Iraqi politics

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