The Death of the Convertible Cuban Peso
The currency was supposed to solve the regime’s economic woes. It failed; and no one will miss it.
20 Apr 21
Economy
Young Cubans Lose Hope Amid Economic Crisis
A whole generation of fledgling entrepreneurs have been trapped by uncertainty.
8 Apr 21
Ukraine Antagonises China, While Pleasing the US
Move to nationalise aviation firm interpreted as a sign Kyiv views Washington as a more useful strategic partner than Beijing.
5 Apr 21
Rum Shortages Leave Cubans Drinking Home-Made Hooch
With scarce resources dedicated to exports, people are risking their lives on illegal moonshine.
16 Mar 21
Cuba and the Battle for Remittances
Misinformation on both sides fed the struggle over dollar transfers – and it has been ordinary Cubans who suffer.
9 Mar 21
Azerbaijan’s Economy Faces Covid-19 Fallout
Lockdown measures and falling crude prices have taken their toll, despite official optimism.
23 Feb 21
Cryptocurrency Threatens Abkhazia’s Energy Access
Investors are exploiting cheap power with dire consequences.
16 Feb 21
Georgia: Calls For Long-Term Economic Recovery Plan
Coronavirus has hit exports and imports as well as the crucial tourism sector.
15 Feb 21
Will Armenia Gain From New Regional Transit Routes?
Critics fear that risks outweigh any potential benefits.
12 Feb 21
New Era for Ashgabat and Baku?
Landmark deal may finally facilitate pipeline to Europe – if the Europeans are still interested.
9 Feb 21
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