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Russian military arrival likely to quell protests but drive political uncertainty
The Russian-led CSTO arrived in Kazakhstan to assist with what President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has described as a terrorist threat from protesters. We examine the security, operational and political implications.
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Control Risks Podcasts
Listen in on conversations with Control Risks experts and external guests about what risks are on the horizon for organisations. Featuring experts from all areas of Control Risks, we can help you navigate what lies ahead.
Supply chains and compliance
Maria Knapp joins the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Alabama in its latest “The BIS” podcast to discuss supply chains and ESG compliance.
Digital evidence recovery: Remote acquisitions during the COVID-19 pandemic
The rise of the pandemic and ensuing travel restrictions have forced most digital forensics experts to adapt by rigorously accelerating their use of remote forensics to acquire and preserve evidence.
OPEC+ production scenarios for the start of another tumultuous year
Businesses should prepare for continued oil market volatility. We set out three scenarios for oil markets for the coming three months to assist with strategic planning.
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After Merkel: business and the new German era
What does Germany’s new coalition government mean for the risk landscape both within and beyond the nation’s borders? Join Charles Hecker and Claudine Fry for a conversation for a discussion with in-house expert Florian Otto about the implications for geopolitics, energy transition, and digitalisation as Germany enters a new era.
Analysis
Libya: Continued political stalemate will pose serious challenges for foreign companies
With the date for Libya’s long-planned presidential elections having come and gone in December 2021, the political deadlock between Libya’s eastern and western authorities will continue to pose serious challenges for foreign companies doing business in or with Libya.
Analysis
United Arab Emirates: Integrity risks to persist despite new, stronger anti-money laundering measures
The government of Dubai (UAE) on 22 August announced that it will set up a specialised anti-money laundering court within the court of first instance and the court of appeal.
Analysis
China technology and data regulations: A changing environment for international firms
As China's technology and cyber regulatory framework continues to develop and mature, new requirements for cyber security, information security and, in some cases, specific requirements for products sold in China, are being introduced. As these regulations are intended to help China manage strategic technology risks, they are a priority for China’s policymakers.
Report
The pandemic goes endemic: Learning the lessons, boosting preparedness, building resilience
The worst of the Covid-19 pandemic appeared to be behind us, with the removal of restrictions in the UK in July 2021.
Analysis
Kazakhstan: Russian military arrival likely to quell protests but drive political uncertainty
The Russian-led CSTO arrived in Kazakhstan to assist with what President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has described as a terrorist threat from protesters. We examine the security, operational and political implications.
Analysis
Digital evidence recovery: Remote acquisitions during the COVID-19 pandemic
The rise of the pandemic and ensuing travel restrictions have forced most digital forensics experts to adapt by rigorously accelerating their use of remote forensics to acquire and preserve evidence.
Analysis
Africa: Gas still the next frontier as region looks to turn economic tide
We consider what the COP26 summit and the broader global change agenda means for the Africa Region.
Asia In Focus
Asia Pacific: A look ahead at 2022
Climate action, technology regulations and supply chain disruptions are three seismic shifts that we’ve seen in business risks in Asia, and which will continue to impact businesses in 2022. However, opportunities abound for companies that understand their nuances and have the skills to navigate them. In this podcast, we discuss the key risks to businesses in Asia Pacific in 2022, as well as the opportunities for growth.
Analysis
2022 will be a high-wire act for Asian businesses
2022 will be a high-wire act for Asian businesses, as we enter an era marked by the post-COP26 rush for climate action, growing statism, and tumultuous geopolitics amid the rise of China.
The Global Insight
COVID-19: What do governments get wrong that companies get right?
While governments scramble to respond to the Omicron variant, many companies, particularly those with global footprints, are finding success working from their own pandemic playbooks. Join Charles Hecker and Claudine Fry for a conversation with in-house expert Allison Wood about where the pandemic is headed and why your organisation needs to evolve with it.
Analysis
OPEC+ production scenarios for the start of another tumultuous year
Businesses should prepare for continued oil market volatility. We set out three scenarios for oil markets for the coming three months to assist with strategic planning
Analysis
Troops, talks and tension – Russian invasion of Ukraine unlikely
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Joe Biden held a video call on 7 December to discuss the build-up of Russian troops near Ukraine. We look at likely outcomes from the talks and the tensions over Ukraine.
Report
Mexico Cyber Threat Outlook Report
Mexico’s large economy and rapid digitalisation, coupled with persistent shortcomings in cyber security capacity and culture, continues to motivate a range of cyber threat actors to target the country. Download our “Mexico Cyber Threat Outlook” report.
Asia In Focus
Asia's geopolitical dynamics
How will Asia’s geopolitical dynamics shape the business landscape in Asia in 2022? Andrew Gilholm and Angela Mancini discuss some of the key themes and long-term trends that will loom large for business in 2022.
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