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By Rhod Mackenzie

The economies of most Western oil consumers are growing slowly or not growing at all. Furthermore, Russia’s BRICS partners are not the audience from which OPEC+ would intend to earn windfall profits. Therefore, oil has outlined a smooth compromise corridor, which can only be dire...

By Abbey Makoe

In an international world order whose multipolarity has been systematically undermined by the rise of Western-led unilateralism, developing states have been held hostage by their wealthier counterparts.

The UN Charter, which was founded on the principle of equality and consensus,...

By Baba Yusuf

“With each new day in Africa, a gazelle wakes up knowing he must outrun the fastest lion or perish. At the same time, a lion stirs and stretches, knowing he must outrun the fastest gazelle or starve. It is no different for the human race. Whether you consider yourself a gazelle or a...

By Rhod Mackenzie

During her visit to the PRC, the US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen accused China of engaging in 'overproduction' and unfair business practices that give Chinese companies an advantage over their US counterparts. Yellen's statements reflect the growing concerns of American busine...

By Rhod Mackenzie

The Chinese Premier Li Qiang stated on Sunday that Beijing expects Washington to maintain fair competition and open cooperation, and avoid politicizing trade and economic issues.
Li Qiang met with US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on S...

By Rhod Mackenzie

The leadership of the European Union recognised that sanctions alone would not cause the collapse of Russia's economy. However, they hoped that the sanctions would weaken Russia's military potential.

The EU diplomacy head, Josep Borrell, stated on April 4th, 'From the very begi...