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End of post-1945 economic order bodes ill for growth
The global liberal order is atrophying as underlying political preferences and wealth distribution move out of synch
Abu Dhabi prioritises its security in regional policy
Abu Dhabi is taking precautions to ensure it is not in the crossfire of a future Israeli-Iranian-US confrontation
Shipping is vulnerable to more severe disruption ahead
Some of the world’s key maritime energy and trade arteries are vulnerable
US oil and gas sector stays strong under Biden for now
The domestic oil and gas sector remains buoyant but may face more challenges from a second Biden administration
North AmericaImmigration row will test UK-Irish relations
Asylum policy is fuelling diplomatic tensions between the United Kingdom and Ireland
IrelandCatalan election could test Spanish stability
Catalonia, whose pro-independence parties support Spain's minority government, will hold elections next month
SpainTransitional council will not alleviate Haiti's crisis
A transitional presidential council was sworn in yesterday with a view to holding fresh elections in early 2026
HaitiThe entwining of tariffs and US politics will continue
President Joe Biden's recent call for tariffs on Chinese steel underscores executive dominance over US trade policy
North AmericaCroatia will likely shift further to the right
Croatia’s main conservative party will attempt to form a government with the far right
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