Economy & Trade

Gaza War Casts Shadow on Regional Transit Projects

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its third month, shows no signs of abating. Early concerns among analysts and policymakers revolved around the potential...

Unclear If Anti-Russia Sanctions Really Work

On December 18, the European Union (EU) announced its twelfth set of sanctions targeting Russia. These measures, aresponse to Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, have sparked debate over their effectiveness. EU Countries...

Decisive Ballots: Exploring the Impact of the Upcoming US Elections on Trade Policy

Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate The potential return of a transactional American administration reveals a severe strategic dilemma wherein efforts to enforce maximum pressure...

Engaging China: A New Vision for a Western Global Debt Restructuring

In the ever-evolving sphere of global finance, China’s approach to debt relief and restructuring marks a clear departure from Western norms and introduces a nuanced strategy that deserves a closer examination. Western nations frequently express concerns over China’s hesitance to...

Powering Progress? China’s Role in Shaping Africa’s Energy Infrastructure

Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate The discussion paper reveals a profound strategic dilemma wherein African nations must rely on Chinese state-backed infrastructure investments and...

BRICS & De-dollarisation: Motives and Outcomes

Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate The weaponisation of the US dollar through Western sanctions has accelerated a multipolar de-dollarisation initiative led by BRICS, creating...

iPhone 15 Sales Drop in China Points to a Larger Problem Than Consumption Level

iPhone 15 sales indicate a significant drop of 4.5% compared to the iPhone 14 sales within the two weeks after its launch. Consequently, Apple's shares fell...

The Thousand-Mile Journey to Sustainable Finance Has Just Begun

Recently, the European Banking Authority (EBA) has pressured banks to consider the risks associated with climate change and inequality within their capital buffers. This unprecedented measure...

Renewable Energy Investments Must Not Flag Even When Oil Prices Fall

Energy prices have been the subject of discussions lately, as the world is ensnared by an upward trajectory in oil prices. Brent crude prices...
Weekly Newsletter

Türkiye in Focus

14-18 September 2026 Edition Edition
This week we cover:
  • Intelligence Officer’s Death Returns to the Spotlight
  • Türkiye’s Steady Rise in PISA Results
  • A Turbulent Day for Borsa İstanbul
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