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Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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June 24, 2010
International Organizations
The G20’s Twenty Agendas
The G20 meetings in Toronto will be marked by competing agendas on global growth and financial regulations. This Backgrounder looks at the range of policy concerns.
June 9, 2011
Development
Challenges and Opportunities in Africa: A Conversation with Nicky Oppenheimer
Nicky Oppenheimer, chairman of De Beers, discusses business challenges and opportunities in Africa, as well as the importance of diversifying Africa's economic base and sustainable development. This…
June 9, 2011
Development
Challenges and Opportunities in Africa: A Conversation with Nicky Oppenheimer
Africa today remains a hotspot for potential investors, despite persistent political and economic instability in a number of areas. Demand for commodities, a rising consumer class, and infrastructure…
June 9, 2011
Development
Challenges and Opportunities in Africa: A Conversation with Nicky Oppenheimer
Join Nicky Oppenheimer as he discusses some of the lessons and opportunities for Africa that have arisen from the global economic crisis, including how business contributes to sustainable developme…
December 15, 2015
Sub-Saharan Africa
The South African Roller Coaster
On December 10, President Jacob Zuma fired Nhlanhla Nene, the well regarded finance minister, and replaced him with the unknown and inexperienced David van Rooven. Though Zuma is not required by the …
