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If you take out a mortgage, use a credit card or put money into a savings account, interest rates play a big role in your financial life. The Federal Reserve raises or lowers those rates to achieve its dual goals: to manage inflation and encourage full employment. When the Fed raises the federal funds rate, […]
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Economic stimulus refers to a series of government policies, often referred to as fiscal and monetary policy, designed to jump-start the economy during a period of slow or stagnant growth. This type of policy is usually implemented by central governments in order to avoid a recession and spur the economy back to growth. The economic […]
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War crimes are some of the most serious violations of international law. They are committed during armed conflict and can involve both parties to the war. They are covered by international humanitarian law, which is based on the laws and customs of war established through the Geneva Conventions, the precedents of the Nuremberg Tribunals, and, […]
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If you take out a mortgage, use a credit card or put money into a savings account, interest rates play a big role in your financial life. The Federal Reserve…
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Economic stimulus refers to a series of government policies, often referred to as fiscal and monetary policy, designed to jump-start the economy during a period of slow or stagnant growth.…
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War crimes are some of the most serious violations of international law. They are committed during armed conflict and can involve both parties to the war. They are covered by…
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A proxy war is a conflict in which a major power plays a significant role in supporting and directing one side of a conflict but does not directly engage in…
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A State visit is a high level diplomatic tour undertaken by a head of state, or chief of government (for heads of governments) from one country to another. It involves…
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Recession Fears Revealed by Trump’s Tariff Policy
Recession fears have resurfaced as a result of President Trump’s tariff policy, sending stocks plummeting and triggering fears that the economy may be on a downward slide. Adding fuel to the fire is the fact that foreign countries are raising their own tariffs on American-made goods, which could reduce demand and force companies to cut […]
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Oil Price Fluctuation
When oil prices rise, it impacts everything from gasoline for cars and airlines to electricity and heating. These prices can increase costs for consumers and businesses, which can slow down economic growth. Oil prices are driven by a number of factors, including supply and demand. The cartel OPEC controls production and sets export quotas to […]
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Global GDP
GDP is a statistic often used to compare economic performance of different countries. It is the accumulated value of all finished goods and services produced in a country over a specific time period. It is calculated by adding up all the market transactions that take place in a country, including consumer spending (C), investment (I), […]
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Regime Change in the Middle East
Regime change involves the overthrow of a government and the installation of a new one. This process can be triggered by revolutions or coups, as well as by economic instability and shifts in global politics and international relations. It also can be initiated by civil society organizations and social movements, which can mobilize protests and […]
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How Long Will the Ceasefire Agreement Last?
A Ceasefire agreement (or cessation of hostilities agreement) is an official document that outlines the terms and conditions for a temporary halt to armed conflict. The goal is to allow parties to regroup and assess the situation before committing to a more formal peace process. Despite the best intentions of top leaders, these agreements can […]
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Challenges to Implementing the Arms Embargo
Arms embargo is a trade sanction against the export of weapons to states and entities deemed to have violated international law. Despite their broad application and high coercive potential, the implementation of arms embargoes is complicated by a series of circumstances that undermine their effectiveness. The existence of black markets, illicit arms trafficking networks, and […]
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Moral Hazard and the IMF Bailout
In the wake of the Asian financial crisis, the IMF is again facing calls for increased funding. In addition to bailing out financially troubled governments and companies, IMF loan programs also offer countries the opportunity to reform their economic policies and rethink their relationship with the international financial system. However, many important questions remain unanswered […]
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Debt Relief for Green and Inclusive Recovery – How to End the Global Debt Crisis
The debt crisis affects millions of people across the globe – and it’s getting worse. When a person or company loses the ability to pay their debts, they go bankrupt. The same goes for governments. When a country’s debt load becomes too high, investors start to worry that it won’t be able to pay back […]
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The Difference Between Ethnic Cleansing and Genocide
Until recently it seemed almost commonplace that the United States and other U.N. Security Council members would refer to violence in the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda as “ethnic cleansing.” This term has been widely used since 1992. It allows the perpetrators of these atrocities to avoid labeling them as genocide, which triggers mandatory international intervention […]