Trade & Economy
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Stand in the shadow of Rome’s Colosseum, its stones heavy with the memory of emperors, or turn the pages of Marx’s Communist Manifesto, its words still burning with revolutionary fire. Across centuries, one question endures. What truly shapes the world? Knowledge sharpens the mind, power builds empires, and virtue steadies the soul. But which leaves
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Executive Summary: The United States’ significant tariffs on goods from China (145%) and the EU (20%), compared to a lower 10% on UK goods, create considerable challenges for global exporters. This article argues that the United Kingdom, particularly when including the unique dual-market access of Northern Ireland, offers a strategic and legally sound pathway for
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Donald Trump’s second term isn’t a patchwork of policies—it’s a blueprint for a post-modern empire, one that doesn’t rely on armies or colonies, but on economic chokeholds, immigration filters, and symbolic domination. This isn’t the imperialism of red maps and military governors. It’s the 21st-century kind: power justified by itself, compliance demanded as tribute, and
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Money, whether in the form of US dollars, British pounds, or euros, consistently loses value over time, even when it appears stable. This phenomenon, known as money devaluation, is largely driven by inflation—the gradual increase in the prices of goods and services. Inflation erodes the purchasing power of money, meaning that cash saved today will
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The United Kingdom’s economic landscape in 2023 and 2024 was dominated by the battle against soaring inflation, rising borrowing costs, and growing economic uncertainty. Reaching a peak of 11.1% in October 2022, the highest level in over 40 years, inflation posed a significant challenge to policymakers, households, and businesses alike. The Bank of England and
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The pursuit of the “American Dream”—a vision of prosperity, freedom, and opportunity—has always been shadowed by a troubling reality: the specter of war. While the ideals of American exceptionalism celebrate narratives of liberation, democracy, and individual achievement, the intricate relationship between conflict and the nation’s economic trajectory complicates this vision. Wars, often framed as necessary
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Elon Musk’s increasing involvement in politics, especially beyond the United States, has sparked debate over the implications of his actions for democracy and social harmony. While it would be an overreach to label Musk a fascist in the traditional sense—defined by authoritarian control, suppression of dissent, and ultranationalism—his behavior invites scrutiny. Does his influence risk
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Losing Ground: Why the UK Fell Behind China and the US—and How to Lead Again What becomes of a nation that once ruled the seas but now struggles to manage its rails? The United Kingdom, architect of the industrial revolution and financier of empires, finds itself today trailing behind countries it once dominated—economically, strategically, and
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