Europe
Historically elevated food prices are the new normal
The world food price index rose in September by the most since the Ukraine war first started
InternationalLondon’s China policy could draw pressure from allies
Thus far, it appears the new UK government wants to protect trade and economic ties with China
United KingdomThe US election will be crucial for sanctions policy
The 2024 presidential election marks a critical juncture for US policy on economic sanctions
InternationalEU deforestation policy will continue to face pressure
The EU looks set to delay the implementation of one of its key climate-friendly regulations
EUSlowing services raise risks to 2025 euro-area growth
The services PMIs for the United Kingdom, Germany, France and Italy all worsened in September
EURussia ties may aid Bosnian Serb leader in local polls
Senior Russian officials all but endorse Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik ahead of local elections
Bosnia-HercegovinaChagos islands return may ease UK-Mauritius strains
The United Kingdom will return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius following decades of pressure
MauritiusMedium-run views do not see ultra-low rates returning
The BIS has highlighted a number of factors that will pressure inflation upwards over the medium term
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