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Iraq Moves to Strengthen Sovereign Credit Rating amid Economic Overhauls

Iraq is entering a pivotal phase of economic transformation, with fresh fiscal and administrative reforms aimed at securing an upgrade to its sovereign credit rating, according to a new report by the London-based International Center for Development Studies (ICDS). The…

Infrastructure Diplomacy: The New Power Game

By:   Haydar Al-Rikabi* The global race for artificial intelligence leadership has created a new form of statecraft, “infrastructure diplomacy”. Rather than wielding influence through military power or ideological alignment, nations are now building strategic relationships through control of the computational…

Dubai ‘most ready’ to host Expo 2020, with $28bn boost at stake

Dubai is the favorite among five cities hoping to host the World Expo in 2020, and stands to benefit from a $28 billion economic boost if its bid is successful, according to a report published today. The London-based International Centre…