Economics of Warfare: The Asymmetric Costs of the Yemen Strikes
In response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Houthis have been targeting international maritime vessels passing through the Red Sea.
Is it the End of Local Government? Rising Costs Causing Challenges for Councils.
Local governments play a crucial role in democracies: like addressing community needs, managing public services at the grassroots level, tailoring solutions to local
The Current State of Post-Brexit Financial Reforms: A Re-Emergence of A Less Regulated Britain?
The announcement of the creation of a large financial package known as the ‘Edinburgh reforms’ in December 2022 vowed to be the “UK
Can Institutional Complementaries Unlock Better Economic Policies?
In the complex landscape of economic systems, the framework of institutional complementarities may be considered as a key factor in shaping the effectiveness
The Autumn 2023 Budget: An Analysis
The Autumn 2023 Budget outlines the UK government’s comprehensive fiscal strategy, emphasizing key priorities such as debt reduction, tax cuts, business support, and
The ‘Surprising’ Resilience of Neoliberalism in East Central Europe
Neoliberalism is characterized by a belief in free-market capitalism, limited government intervention, privatization, and an emphasis on individual responsibility. Notable advocates include Hayek,
Foreign Direct Investment: A Catalyst for Development or a Tool for Exploitation?
One could say that the low wage rates inherent within the Global South, coupled with the lure of foreign markets, have and continue
The Lasting Legacy of the Atlantic Slave Trade and Colonialism on African Economic Development
The Atlantic Slave trade and colonialism has undeniably had devastating effects on African society, through forced labour and brutality, subjecting African slaves and
Sudan: An Update
The April/May 2023 evacuations from Sudan now seem a distant memory, but for a time they dominated global headlines as the state of
Cost of Living and Rising Geopolitical Tensions: What is the Future?
The cost of living has been rising in the past year with the increase food and energy prices, which has had a noticeable