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Willems quoted by the Washington Post on Trump’s willingness to implement tariffs

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Following COP16, can Latin America and the Caribbean lead the creation of biodiversity markets?

By Isabel Chiriboga

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Europe’s new industrial plan faces formidable obstacles

By Andrei Covatariu

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has promised to put forth in her second term a new Clean Industrial Deal to mobilize investment in infrastructure and industry, and reduce dependence on energy imports. But energy supply challenges and geopolitical hurdles risk undermining plans to restore Europe’s industrial competitiveness.

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The Trump trade wars are coming back. Here’s what to expect this time.

By Josh Lipsky

Donald Trump’s belief in tariffs is deeply rooted, and the incoming president is resolved to fill out his administration with those who will support his vision on trade.

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MENA’s economic outlook for 2025 and beyond from the Atlantic Council’s IMF/World Bank Week 

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Nov 6, 2024

Rethinking international economic cooperation for the twenty-first century

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