25.02.2019
Ethiopia’s efforts to draw investors are undermined by ethnic violence
The country appears to be on the road to democracy and economic progress but ethnic divisions could prove to be an obstacle. more >
23.02.2019
China rushes to dominate global supply of lithium
Beijing’s race to control supplies of lithium, used in powering electric cars, is leaving its rivals far behind.more >
15.02.2019
Europe eyes eastern Med gas
Producer countries and neighbours in the region are stepping up efforts to export gas to European markets.more >
12.02.2019
Wealthy Saudis trying to move 9-figure sums out of the country intimidated by the government
The kingdom's elite, worried their funds will be confiscated by Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman, are finding it increasingly hard to transfer money out of the country because of what amounts to unofficial capital controls, sources have told Alaco. more >
30.01.2019
Afghanistan is currently at an impasse - these are the options going forward
Alaco Senior Associate Jonathan Clare argues that Afghans should be given the opportunity to resolve their differences as the West’s attempts to do so have come to naught. more >
30.01.2019
Army’s critical role in Venezuelan power struggle
The Venezuelan army is likely to determine the outcome of the power struggle between President Nicolas Maduro and opposition leader Juan Guaidomore >
18.01.2019
Burkina gold miners shaken by Islamic terror
Burkina Faso’s thriving gold mining sector has been rattled by a new wave of Islamist violence and sporadic outbreaks of interethnic conflict.more >
15.01.2019
US plays risky game in Iraq over Iranian sanctions waivers
The US is only offering Iraq limited exemptions from sanctions on Iran in an apparent attempt to draw concessions from the Baghdad government. The strategy carries significant risks. more >
12.01.2019
Amid trade war tensions, is Israel getting too close to China for America’s comfort?
Chinese redevelopment of an Israeli port heightens American concerns over its ally’s growing commercial relationship with Beijing.more >
21.12.2018
Sanctions are just the beginning for Iran
The economic blow to Tehran will be compounded if it fails to comply with global financial transparency rules.more >
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