Russia will suffer decreases in every dimension of prosperity

New Atlanticist Jan 3, 2023

Five trends to watch in 2023 as the global economy tries a dangerous reboot

By Josh Lipsky

With each trend, policymakers can focus on a return to the status quo or build something different, and better, this year.
China Economic Sanctions
Russia will suffer decreases in every dimension of prosperity

Econographics Feb 21, 2023

Offensive friendshoring and deteriorating US-China relations

By Hung Tran

The increasingly offensive use of an offensive US friendshoring policy will make it more challenging to manage US-China strategic competition
China Economy & Business
Russia will suffer decreases in every dimension of prosperity

New Atlanticist Feb 23, 2023

The big questions (and answers) about Ajay Banga’s nomination to lead the World Bank

By Atlantic Council experts

What to know about the former Mastercard chief executive officer’s surprise nomination to lead the World Bank.
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Freedom and Prosperity Around the World

Feb 26, 2024

Russia will suffer decreases in every dimension of prosperity

By Konstantin Sonin

Over fifteen years, Russia's economy stagnated with low growth and persistent inequality. Challenges include minority rights restrictions, healthcare issues, and an educational crisis due to teacher exodus.

Europe & Eurasia
Freedom and Prosperity

Freedom and Prosperity Around the World

Feb 26, 2024

Egypt grapples with political uncertainty under El-Sisi

By Rabah Arezki

Egypt faces economic challenges with heavy debt and political unrest. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi's reelection may not prompt reforms, exacerbating inflation and currency devaluation. Gulf aid hinges on reforms, while militarization impedes change. Regional tensions heighten instability risks.

Conflict
Elections

Freedom and Prosperity Around the World

Feb 26, 2024

Climate crisis fuels change in MENA region

By Rabah Arezki

The region faces economic and political transitions amid geopolitical risks, climate change, and energy market shifts. Escalating conflicts are exacerbating instability. Climate change poses existential threats, intensifying water crises and domestic tensions. Socioeconomic transformation will be vital to meet youth aspirations and tackle polarization.

Climate Change & Climate Action
Economy & Business

Econographics

Feb 22, 2024

Chinese exports have replaced the EU as the lifeline of Russia’s economy

By Niels Graham

Two years after the initial invasion, Russia’s imports have stabilized. New industrial and consumer exports from from China have replaced trade from the US, EU, and G7.

China
Economic Sanctions

In the News

Feb 22, 2024

Tabaqchali in Iraq Business News: What Next after a Gangbuster Year

By Atlantic Council

Economy & Business
International Markets

In the News

Feb 22, 2024

Lichfield interviewed by VOA on the state of the Russian economy

Read the full interview here.

Economic Sanctions
Macroeconomics
Construction site and excavation

Econographics

Feb 22, 2024

‘Connector economies’ and the fractured state of foreign direct investment

By Hung Tran

Most attention has been focused on the fragmentation of world trade. But fragmentation can be observed in the flow of foreign direct investment (FDI) as well. And, like trade, the picture is nuanced: Global FDI flow has fallen as a share of GDP, but a handful of countries have seen an influx.

China
International Markets

In the News

Feb 19, 2024

Tran cited in Reuters on potential global effects of a Biden re-election

Read the full article here.

Economic Sanctions
International Markets

In the News

Feb 16, 2024

Lipsky quoted in Politico on economic stability of US and other advanced economies

Read the full piece here.

Economy & Business
International Markets

In the News

Feb 16, 2024

Goldin quoted in Business Insider on youth unemployment rate in China

Read the full piece here.

China
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