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Is Trumponomics making the American economy great again?
No matter your opinions on him personally, the US economy is seemingly booming under President Trump. But can this really be attributed to Trumponomics? Chris Craig investigates.
How much should politicians be paid? (Part 2 of 2)
After analysing the politics of developing countries, Hasitha Jayatilake directs his focus to the economics of paying politicians in developed countries.
The Pursuit of Gross National Happiness
Treating environmental policy as a means to economic growth has been largely unsuccessful. Sarsha Crawley explores how by prioritising happiness, Bhutan takes leaps in both economic and environmental prosperity.
Global health in a globalised world
Globalisation has allowed for a great dispersion of medical technologies and has enriched countries, providing them with more capital to invest in their health systems. It has also left communities vulnerable and poor, exacerbating inequalities. A balance needs to be found, writes Lemia Bickalo.
How much should politicians be paid? (Part 1 of 2)
Are countries getting it right when it comes to politicians’ salaries? In this two-part series, Hasitha Jayatilake explores the merits to increasing pay and benefits for lawmakers.
In defence of uncertainty
Nick Henderson argues that a counterintuitive dose of uncertainty is not just beneficial, but essential for economic and moral development.
Never forget: ‘It’s the economy, stupid’
Some people are hoping that Trump doesn’t see the beginning of a second term. Mitchell Harvey explains why they shouldn’t hold their breath and how Trump might be a continuing fixture in their lives.
Oplan Tokhang: The Philippines’ War on Drugs
Earlier this year, the Filipino government relaunched its violent crackdown on drugs. Sao Yang Hew discusses the unintended consequences of the infamous drug war on the people of the Philippines.
Is market concentration undermining wage growth?
Wage growth remains stubbornly low across the developed world. Do big companies hold too much power in the labour market? Miguel Ayala discusses the effects of these monopsonies on wages.
The economics of diversity
The effect of ethnic diversity on development has long been a subject of fierce debate. Hasitha Jayatilake takes a close look at the key issues in this debate.
Explaining the recent tumble in US stocks
US equities have had a shaky start to 2018. Nathan McClelland explores some of the possible reasons for this volatility.
Trump’s trade ban: Ridiculous or rational?
With the world’s two largest economic powers hurtling towards a trade war after the US accused China of unfair trading practices, Thomas Goh delves into China’s trading practices to determine whether these accusations are justified.
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