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Rising Energy Pressures: Navigating Energy Vulnerability in Asia Pacific

Aleksandra  Svidler

Aleksandra Svidler

7 Oct 23

Historically known for their robust economic growth, many Asian economies are grappling with a complex combination of energy vulnerabilities and aspirations for a sustainable energy future amidst a rapidly evolving global energy landscape. This article delves into the energy vulnerability of select Asian countries, offering insights into the challenges they face and the opportunities they can seize to enhance their energy security.

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How to Prepare for Economic Shifts

Lan Ha

Lan Ha

2 Oct 23

The global economic environment has become more volatile during the last few years, with many risks clouding the outlook. Business leaders now need to focus on building resilience, improve efficiency and enhancing market foresight to prepare themselves for macroeconomic shocks and identify new growth opportunities.

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East Africa - The Rising Economic Jewel of Sub-Saharan Africa

Fransua  Vytautas Razvadauskas

Fransua Vytautas Razvadauskas

28 Sep 23

Between 2022-2040, East Africa is predicted to record faster economic growth than sub-Saharan Africa at large and other Asian economies that are experiencing rapid industrialisation. However, like in other parts of sub-Saharan Africa, the region will still need to grapple with major challenges, including widespread poverty and political instability.

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Global Energy Vulnerability Index: Unveiling Risks and Opportunities

Aleksandra  Svidler

Aleksandra Svidler

14 Sep 23

As the world’s energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, countries around the globe are striving to secure reliable and sustainable energy supply. However, not all nations are positioned equally in this quest for energy security. Our Global Energy Vulnerability Index sheds light on the energy vulnerabilities and strengths of different economies, revealing the challenges they face and the opportunities they can seize to enhance energy security.

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Seven Alternative Scenarios for the Global Economy in 2023 and Beyond

Lan Ha

Lan Ha

12 Sep 23

Geopolitical tensions, stagnation in major economies, debt distress and climate change are the key risk factors that could result in further disruptions in the global economy. Macroeconomic shocks can have a major impact on business outcomes as they affect production costs, consumer spending power and market potential. As economic uncertainty persists, companies need to judge their business stability against future shocks and be ready for a range of macroeconomic scenarios.

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Global Economic Forecasts: Q3 2023

Euromonitor International

Euromonitor International

5 Sep 23

The latest 2023 quarterly forecast data shows gradual improvements to economic projections for the year. But the global outlook remains weak as challenges persist.

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