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The Economist· 2025-07-03 16:20
Kenya has grown steadily and sustained a largely peaceful democracy. But now the picture is looking bleak, as people grow discontented and vent their anger in the streets. The country’s leader must change tack https://t.co/0maJ0yXJkT ...
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The Economist· 2025-07-03 06:19
The biggest question facing Bangladesh is how quickly it can restore democracy—and how long that achievement will endure. Banning an opposition party is not a good start https://t.co/qKSzfreum8 ...
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Financial Times· 2025-07-02 21:06
US Political & Economic Landscape - The US political system is perceived to be transforming, with concerns about slavish devotion to a leader and Washington potentially turning into Pyongyang [1] - There's a sense that the US is politically not the same country it was a few years ago, impacting the entire international system [1] - Public opinion is largely negative towards current legislation, even with deliberate obfuscation of its impact [25] - The US stock market may be detached from the economic reality, potentially driven by corporate profit expectations in a favorable regime [15] International Order & Global Economy - The traditional global order is being tested, with the US potentially abdicating its leadership role [1][3] - The world may be moving towards a "world order minus one," where the US is excluded due to its current political climate [3] - There's an opportunity for other countries, like China and the EU, to take on leading roles in trade, climate action, and global governance [5][6][7] - The US dollar has fallen about 10% since the start of the year, a phenomenon typically seen in emerging markets [17] Risks & Uncertainties - There are concerns about the stability of the US system, with potential for unfair elections and the creation of a massive secret police force [2] - The US is potentially setting itself up for a financial crisis due to deregulation, irresponsible fiscal policy, and pressure on the Federal Reserve [31][33] - There's a risk of runaway inflation if the Federal Reserve becomes too politicized and attempts to goose up the economy for political gain [34]
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The Economist· 2025-07-01 16:35
Last August Bangladesh’s caretaker government promised to restore order and rejuvenate democratic institutions. Today the going is tough. Is the country going to squander its fresh start? https://t.co/4fZd8tPe2K ...
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The Economist· 2025-07-01 01:00
There is a conceivable future in which Myanmar’s jailed leader eventually emerges from detention as a figurehead for a new, democratic government. For now, all the evidence points to a different outcome https://t.co/VUpdfLdcxCPhoto: Getty Images https://t.co/xt8pQo2WCz ...