Category: Timely Commentary & Analysis

Global Sanctions Dashboard: Special Russia edition

By Julia Friedlander, Maia Nikoladze, Charles Lichfield, Ananya Kumar and Castellum.AI

Sanctioning Russian Central Bank, cutting Russia off SWIFT, and Russia’s options for sanction-proofing its economy.

India must transform its micro, small, and medium enterprises

By Adnan Ahmad Ansari

For global companies, India’s push for micro, small, and medium enterprises is an untapped business opportunity that could have a far-reaching impact.

DeRussification of European natural gas imports by 55 bcm in 5 years: A three-pronged strategy to reduce, reroute, and reserve supplies

By Olga Khakova

Europe should be crafting ambitious plans to reduce its dependence on Russian energy. Reducing annual natural gas imports from Russia by 55 bcm in 5 years (or "55 in 5") would make a significant dent.

What to expect from Mexico’s energy reform bill

Mexico's Congress is currently debating a proposed amendment to the constitution to allow the state to increase control over the country’s energy market. What can we expect from this energy reform bill?

Afghanistan’s future after the Taliban takeover: Civil war or disintegration?

By Natiq Malikzada

Amid the withdrawal of foreign troops, the lingering issue of ethnic discord once again is rearing its ugly head across Afghanistan. 

A Report Card on China’s Central Bank Digital Currency: the e-CNY

By Ananya Kumar

China's CBDC, the e-CNY debuted at the world stage during the Olympic Games. Here's what we know so far.

Rapid response: The future of European energy security

By Global Energy Center experts

Experts offer recommendations for Europe to pursue energy security in the short, medium, and long term.

What about inflation and the Russia-Ukraine crisis?

By Amin Mohseni-Cheraghlou

The Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is rattling the global economy and markets.