Political risk – Page 13
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Online onlyDeveloping world needs $700bn investment
We need investment in safety nets, infrastructure, and small and medium size companies to avoid social unrest, says World Bank president
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AnalysisPower struggles
Chavez's referendum victory increase political risks but Venezuela faces a difficult year with falling oil prices
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Online onlyThe UK War Risks Club opens to international members
Becomes first international war risks mutual
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FeaturesTerror trade
Kidnappers and extortionists use violence as a means to their financial or political ends. They pose a threat to both employees and corporate reputations. Nathan Skinner talks through the problem
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AnalysisEnergy security
Fuel supply networks look increasingly vulnerable and the problems with supply and demand are not going away. What is the international community’s response?
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Income inequality rising in OECD
Growing inequality is divisive and increases political tensions, says OECD secretary-general
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Interviews
The absurdity of a risk free world
Shami Chakrabarti, director of Liberty, speaks to StrategicRISK
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Online onlyWorld-Check launches country risk ranking tool
A new country risk tool assesses the level of political, economic and criminal risk in 243 countries worldwide
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Catastrophe RiskUS terrorism insurance inquiry
Large, high value urban properties find it hard to find terrorism cover
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FeaturesMore than just good PR
Operating in politically and socially volatile regions need not be a potential recipe for disaster. Mike Penrose gives some guidelines for a strategy that will benefit both your business and the local community
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AnalysisNationalising chugs on in Latin America
Venezuela continues to realise Chavez’s dream of 21st Century Socialism
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Online onlyVenezuela nationalises cement industry
Government seizes controlling stakes in Lafarge and Holcim and physically takes over Cemex plants
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Verizon settles with unions, avoids strike
Agreement includes fully-paid health care premiums for all active and retired employees
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AnalysisWhat worries the government?
The Cabinet Office has released the first ever national risk register which outlines the most significant threats to the UK and its citizens
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Online onlyCalifornian port workers extend strike action
Productivity falls 20-30 % at ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, said PMA
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Online onlyUnite leader calls for windfall tax on oil firms
One of Britain's biggest unions, and a key government backer, has pressured the government to change its direction on business
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Online onlyAon comments on Exeter bomb
Explosion in Exeter highlights the need for companies to be vigilant, says broker
