Elected in 2017 following the resignation and subsequent jailing of the disgraced Park Geun-hye, Moon Jae-In became the 12th President of South Korea. However, his legacy needs more to be desired. While his administration’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic proved effective relative to other Western economies, spiralling housing and energy costs alongside a slowing domesticContinue reading “Korean economy under Moon”
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Dazzling Dubai
Dubai. A symbol of extreme wealth. Prudent fiscal policy & a low crime environment are to thank for driving a competitive business environment that fostered unrivalled prosperity. Using its oil reserves to guide its development has put Dubai and the UAE in a strong position as the world transitions towards renewable sources and away fromContinue reading “Dazzling Dubai”
Commitment to America: Plan for Growth?
As the US midterms swiftly approach, an economic crisis is at the forefront of voters’ concerns. The economic consequences of both cannot be understated, with a seemingly porous Southern border coupled with a tidal wave of crime. The inflation crisis is cutting into households’ spending power, with Republicans’ citing the loss of energy independence asContinue reading “Commitment to America: Plan for Growth?”
Swiss inflation shortage?
As cries of hyperinflation arise amidst a seemingly never-ending inflationary spiral in major economies such as the US and UK, Switzerland emerges as one of the only nations enjoying continued growth in living standards and prosperity in 2022. An economy heavily dependent on the financial and services sector, the Swiss has historically witnessed strong economicContinue reading “Swiss inflation shortage?”
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