State predation is not new in Ukraine. Investigations targeting legitimate businesses – aimed at either extorting money or taking over companies at a fraction of their value – have been a feature of Ukrainian business life since independence. However, large-scale predatory activities by so-called law enforcement agencies were curbed after the Revolution of Dignity.
Economics
Ann Pettifor – What’s Art got to do with it?
The value of art, like other assets, is falling as inflation and interest rates rise. China in particular is in a debt-deflationary trap. In Ann Pettifor’s substack. Read the article HERE.
EU politics
Reuters – Greeks protest against low wages ahead of 2026 budget vote
Twenty-four hour public sector strike across Greece today [16 December] against low wages. Read the full article HERE.
EU politics
Lily Lynch: Đukanović’s Defeat
Analysis of Montenegro’s 2 April election result, where a dynasty came to an end. Read the article HERE.
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