Region: East Asia US trade tensions mean Chinese economy will continue to face headwinds, despite more relaxed fiscal and monetary policy Economy
Region: East Africa Ruto’s new support for constitutional amendment will not derail government focus on Big Four development agenda Economy Stability
Region: North America Plan to hold public consultation on controversial Mexico City airport likely to lead to project proceeding Economy Stability
Region: South Asia Populist measures ahead of key state elections likely to further harm Prime Minister’s reputation as economic liberal Economy
Region: Middle East Potential release of detained US pastor in coming weeks likely to only provide temporary boost to foreign investor confidence Economy Geopolitics
Region: Middle East Erdogan will act to avoid major diplomatic escalation following disappearance of journalist from Saudi consulate in Istanbul Economy Geopolitics