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China's Fifth Plenum Redoubles Anti-Corruption Work, Prepares for Xi's Fourth Term
The outcome of China's fifth plenum portends expanding anti-corruption probes against central elites and local leaders alike, impeding economic growth and cross-border commerce, but also unifying Beijing's policy direction on foreign policy issues such as U.S. trade and Taiwan.
Nov 06, 2026
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Nigeria: Abuja Announces Security Talks With Sahelian States, Rejects Reported Ceasefire With Jihadists
Nov 06, 2026
Tanzania: Court Acquits Opposition Leader Tundu Lissu of Treason but Convicts Him of Incitement
Nov 06, 2026
Somalia: Military Surrounds Supreme Court After Dismissed Judge Rules Against Constitutional Reform
Nov 06, 2026
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Nov 06, 2026
US War in Iran Leaves Sri Lanka in Troubled Diplomatic Waters
Sri Lanka's efforts to project neutrality amid geopolitical tensions in the Indian Ocean are coming under scrutiny, as the U.S. war in Iran adds pressure on the strategically located nation to take sides.
Nov 06, 2026
Vietnam Seeks Russia's Help for Its Nuclear Ambition. Will Sanctions Stall It?
Vietnam’s growing nuclear partnership with Russia could help Hanoi gain the expertise needed to fuel its ambitious nuclear program amid doubts over Western sanctions against Moscow and financing challenges complicating the plans.
Nov 06, 2026
Labor Gains in Latest New Zealand Poll Before Vote, Results Remain Too Close to Call
New Zealand's political parties wrapped up their election campaigns on Friday, with polling still showing a tight race as voters mull a faltering economy and a loss of faith in the main parties.
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Sep 28, 2026
2026 Fourth-Quarter Forecast
Elections, escalating conflicts, tight energy markets and intensifying trade competition will result in shifting constraints and high geopolitical risk.
Jun 29, 2026
2026 Third-Quarter Forecast
A fragile truce in the Middle East, persistent energy-driven inflation, shifting U.S. trade policy and escalating regional pressures from Europe to Africa will collectively shape geopolitical risk in the third quarter.
Mar 30, 2026
2026 Second-Quarter Forecast
The second quarter will test global resilience as lingering conflicts and energy shocks converge to heighten economic uncertainty and geopolitical volatility.




