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Samir Amin: From Dakar with Love

A self-described creative Marxist, Samir Amin (84) is a French-Egyptian economist who lives in Senegal and firmly believes that world capitalism – defined as...

Africa: Life After the Resources Super Cycle

If one region has dominated the discussions at the World Economic Forum, it has been Africa. That continent’s diversity, contrasting fortunes, unique challenges, and...
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The cheese! The cheese! US tariffs hit EU where it will...

By Hal Williams OH DEAR, Gromit! The US is set to impose 25 percent tariffs — worth $7.5bn (£6.1bn) — on EU exports of cheese,...
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Balkan Trade War Heating Up

Fruit and vegetables have become the unlikely weapons as bad neighbours sharing borders feel the discord of strained relations… By Darren Parkin SINCE a fragile peace...
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Qatar Trade In Crisis

The international blockade on doing business with Qatar has left the oil rich state fragile. Despite the finger pointing and accusations of its support...