Russia faces incredible geographical and economic challenges, but the Kremlin has returned to its natural state -- where the government drives economic activity. [more]
Brazil has not been immune to the current global financial crisis, but it is one of the few countries positioned to emerge from the crisis stronger than it went into it. (With STRATFOR maps) [more]
Singapore is feeling the effects of lowered demand for exports, but the global recession's real effects will affect the city-state's financial sector. (With STRATFOR map) [more]
The trade surplus is not entirely good news, although South Korea may emerge from the economic crisis sooner than its East Asian peers due to its national character. [more]
A downgrade from Moody's credit rating agency reflects Ukraine's dire economic situation -- a situation exacerbated by pre-election political tensions. [more]
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