Poland

Politics

Social Issues

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Oct. 12 that Poland will temporarily suspend the right to claim asylum in the country and will not implement the European Union's new migration and asylum pact during a rally of his Civic Platform (KO) party, the largest in Poland's ruling coalition, Reuters reported Oct. 14.

Poland: Tusk Proposes Temporary Suspension of Asylum Rights

Mexico

Economics

On her second day in office, President Claudia Sheinbaum outlined 100 promises and unveiled that her first reform package would include bills to reduce gender violence and the pay gap, El Pais reported Oct. 3. 

Mexico: Sheinbaum and Morena Point to Women's and Workers' Rights As First Priorities

China

The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress on Sept. 13 passed a motion to raise the retirement age for Chinese workers from 60 to 63 for men, 55 to 58 for women in white collar jobs, and 50 to 55 for women in blue collar jobs.

China: Country Raises Retirement Age, Pension Contributions

South Africa

The center-right Democratic Alliance (DA) threatened to exit South Africa's coalition government if President Cyril Ramaphosa signs an unamended version of the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) into law following a statement from the presidency that Ramaphosa will sign the bill Sept. 13, News 24 reported Sept. 11.

South Africa: Democratic Alliance Threatens to Exit Coalition Government Over Education Bill

Venezuela

Former presidential candidate Edmundo Gonzalez left Venezuela for exile to Spain as part of an agreement with President Nicolás Maduro's administration, El Pais reported Sept. 8.

Venezuela: Opposition Leader Leaving for Exile Indicates Maduro's Further Power Consolidation 

Morocco

Environment, Science & Technology

According to data released by Morocco's Directorate General of Water Engineering, Morocco's dam levels have dropped below 28%, Hespress reported Aug. 13.

Morocco: Critical Dam Levels Lead to Water Rationing Measures

Bangladesh

India

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin dissolved the National Parliament after meeting with stakeholders, including the chiefs of the three armed forces, leaders of various political parties and civil society representatives, the Daily Star reported Aug 6.

Bangladesh: President Dissolves Parliament as India's Foreign Minister Briefs All-Party Meeting on Bangladesh Situation

Ethiopia

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed unveiled a series of macroeconomic reforms, including plans to adopt a floating exchange rate, review the country's subsidy system and reform state-owned enterprises, Abiy said in a public statement on X published July 28.

Ethiopia: PM Abiy Unveils Plans For Major Economic Reforms

Assessments

Angola

Energy

no industry tag should be displayed 

 Sneaking a little ahead of line to get on that plane faster? American Airlines might stop you.

Cutting in line? American Airlines’ new boarding tech might stop you at now over 100 airports

Media

United States

Podcasts

What levels of unrest are we likely to see throughout 2024 and beyond?

Essential Geopolitics: The Risk of U.S. Political Unrest Leading up to Elections

Global Elections

Aging workforces are slowing growth and raising public debt in advanced economies, while rapid labor force growth and high youth unemployment are creating significant economic challenges for developing countries.

The Economic Implications of Shifting Global Demographics

House and Senate elections will help decide whether the next president will need to rely largely on executive power to implement policy, shaping his or domestic policy.

2024 Elections: The United States

Israel

Lebanon

Palestinian Territories

Japan

Germany

Sri Lanka

The site of an Israeli strike on Sept. 19 in the southern Lebanese border village of Mahmoudiyeh. Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah will continue to intensify in the next week.

Israel-Hamas Conflict

Military & Security

A look at what the coming week will bring -- and a list of recommended RANE articles from the week that was.

The Weekly Rundown: Escalating Israel-Hezbollah Conflict, the Sri Lankan Presidential Election

Snapshots

Ghana

A man holds cedis, the Ghanan currency, notes in Accra, Ghana, on Dec. 1, 2022.

Ghana's adherence to its IMF program will likely see it enjoy rebounding economic growth in 2025, even if the country's upcoming elections and reliance on commodity exports pose short- and long-term risks.

Despite Downside Risks, Ghana Is Poised for a Progressive Economic Recovery

Demonstrators calling for action to secure the release of Israeli hostages held captive since the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks by Palestinian militants Sept. 3 in front of the Israeli Defense Ministry in Tel Aviv, Israel. A strengthened anti-government movement in Israel is likely to reduce coalition government unity and could lead to months of disruptions to daily life, incentivizing the Israeli government to intensify military operations in Gaza, pulling forces from the northern front and West Bank, and seeing tensions between pro- and anti-government partisans possibly escalate into violence.

A strengthened anti-government movement in Israel is likely to reduce coalition government unity and could lead to months of disruptions to daily life.

As the Opposition Gains Strength, Disruptions in Israel and the Gaza Conflict Will Increase

2024 Elections: Sri Lanka 

Sri Lanka's Sept. 21 presidential election will pit four candidates against one another, portending various political and economic risks.

2024 Elections: Sri Lanka

A protest in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Aug. 15.

In Bangladesh, improving security will not eliminate the high risk of additional violence and protests in the coming weeks, while policy uncertainty and severe political tensions in the coming months will continue to threaten the operating environment for businesses.

In Bangladesh, Improving Security Does Not Spell Stability

Iran

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian (C) greets parliament members after giving an address during a session to approve his new Cabinet appointments in Tehran on Aug. 21, 2024.

Pezeshkian's new Cabinet reveals his forthcoming focus on economic reform, the result of which will affect the prospects of future social reform and the succession process for Iran's next supreme leader.

Iran's Pezeshkian Prioritizes Economic Platform in Olive Branch to Conservatives

U.S.-Iran Relations

Bangladesh's military is likely to play a continued role in domestic politics, particularly if the general election is delayed and economic challenges and unrest worsen, and renewed episodes of social unrest are likely if the military takes measures to prevent the Awami League from returning to power.

Social Issues

SITUATION REPORTS

Poland: Tusk Proposes Temporary Suspension of Asylum Rights

Mexico: Sheinbaum and Morena Point to Women's and Workers' Rights As First Priorities

China: Country Raises Retirement Age, Pension Contributions

South Africa: Democratic Alliance Threatens to Exit Coalition Government Over Education Bill

Venezuela: Opposition Leader Leaving for Exile Indicates Maduro's Further Power Consolidation

Morocco: Critical Dam Levels Lead to Water Rationing Measures

Bangladesh: President Dissolves Parliament as India's Foreign Minister Briefs All-Party Meeting on Bangladesh Situation

Ethiopia: PM Abiy Unveils Plans For Major Economic Reforms

Forecasts

ANALYSES

SECTIONS

Explore

Subscribe

Help & Support