Temporary reliefs are a sticking plaster for a tax that needs reform
American intervention in Iran carries far greater risks than in Venezuela
Musk has mischaracterised the dispute with the UK and others over indecent AI images as censorship
Independence of US central bank is a vital anchor for the global financial system
There are limits to extrapolating from last year’s economic resilience
America is accelerating the shift towards a Hobbesian order
Asean countries should build on their durability with domestic and trade reforms
US move on the island would be a breach of the transatlantic alliance
Facing mounting domestic protests, the Islamic regime should seek an off-ramp
Flip-flopping leadership is economically damaging and a sign of a deeper malaise
Few will mourn Maduro’s ousting, but its manner sets a dangerous precedent
Evaluation of use cases and business models will dominate 2026
2026 will test his limits and the extent of America’s pushback
Despite the gloom, there are many advantages to being young in the 2020s
International humanitarian law and the rights of civilians are being eroded
It has been a very mixed year for reforms and sensible governance
A reboot of the UN and nimbler forms of co-operation are necessary
Idleness breeds creativity if only we can ignore shallow technology distractions
Surge in foreign acquisition values reflects quality of assets, but at discount valuations
A €90bn Ukraine loan should mark the beginning of a more decisive and ambitious EU
The UK capital is subject to more than its fair share of misinformation
Crime and violence are raising the appeal of strongmen across the region
Verdict leaves no doubt about the consequences of standing up to Beijing
Next year’s tournament in North America is turning into an elitist spectacle
Extremist terrorism is a major threat, but is one end of a continuum