Predictions Fourth wave of COVID-19 will prompt further provincial-led movement and business restrictions in coming weeks Eid al-Adha and planned political rallies in August will spread COVID-19 infections and place

Today marks the so-called “Freedom Day”, with many of the Covid restrictions being removed and workers encouraged to return to the office. While many businesses are running hybrid operations with

Predictions Regional aid initiatives will deepen strategic regional alliances and help mitigate reputational concerns ahead of 2022 World Cup Government will develop further policies to improve rights for foreign workers

Predictions UK government will likely secure attendance of major heads of state needed to ensure new climate commitments at COP26 Geopolitical tensions between UK and other nations including China and

Predictions Washington’s muted response to latest Russian-linked cyberattacks suggests limited potential for intensification of US sanctions regime in near term Russia-US talks on cybersecurity and ransomware attacks will take place

Predictions EU sanctions and UN resolution will push junta closer to countries still willing to cooperate, including Russia, China and Belarus Sanctions increasingly likely to target national oil and gas

Predictions Israeli foreign minister’s visit will further consolidate diplomatic ties and facilitate further economic collaboration in coming months Deals with Israel in key sectors, such as green energy and technology,

Predictions Global food prices likely to remain around historic highs over coming months, sustaining elevated protest risks across emerging markets Net crop exporters will enjoy degree of economic benefit, but

Predictions Return of ambassadors following Putin-Biden summit will support continued bilateral engagement, limiting potential for rapid deterioration in relations Relations will remain tense as Moscow continues to pursue assertive foreign