China and Russia – Towards an Economy of Peace?
By Peter Koenig
Why is Peace not breaking out, when the vast majority of the world’s populace does not want war? Peter Koenig sheds light...
Rich but Poor Africa: Can Agriculture Help Tackle Its Looming Food Crisis?
By Hamlet Hlomendlini
As populations rise, food demand goes up and not everybody might be ready. In this article, economist Hamlet Hlomendlini sheds lights...
Barcelona – The Hypocrisy of Sorrow
By Peter Koenig
The forces of terror are real, but who they really are is a different topic. In this article, Peter Koenig elaborates on...
From the Trans-Atlantic Axis and the Trans-Asian Axis
By Dan Steinbock
The ASEAN faces old and new challenges, and a huge long-term opportunity. The next three decades could witness the shift of...
Is Brexit a Neo-Liberal Coup Against 45 Years of Life-Protective Law and Regulation?
By John McMurtry
The European Union’s rule of life-protective law is never really seen on media’s coverages and public discussions. In this article, Dr. McMurtry...
Venezuela – The National Constituent Assembly is in Place – But the Fight for...
By Peter Koenig
Venezuela is set to have a National Constituent Assembly, but the struggle to regain its sovereignty is still facing powerful foes. In...
The Myths and Realities of Duterte’s Infrastructure Initiative
By Dan Steinbock
A huge upgrade of infrastructure is vital for Philippines economic future. That’s why it is contested by entrenched interests, including foreign powers....
Germany – is Madame Merkel up for a Ruse?
By Peter Koenig
It’s not surprising that the US Congress has new sanctions against Russia, but what’s interesting is Madame Merkel’s objection on the sanctions....
Why Jobs Growth No Longer Induces Wage Growth in America
Or The Eclipse of the Phillips Curve in America
By Dan Steinbock
While the Fed’s continued tightening may suppress growth in emerging economies, US labor market...
China’s Position on Climate Change – Truly Sustainable?
By Kerry Brown and Benjamin Barratt
Back in 2009, the world would not have thought that China will be taking a leadership role in humanity’s...
EDITOR'S PICK OF THE WEEK
China’s Challenging Search for a New Model of Economic Growth
By Danny Leipziger
China cannot continue to rely on exports to drive its growth, but what are the alternatives?
China ran a $1.2 trillion trade surplus last year, and despite admonitions from the IMF to rely...
