Commentary
What should happen when sanctions designed to weaken the Belarusian regime end up enriching and strengthening the Kremlin?
Denis Kishinevsky
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In The Media
Taiwan Was Having a Terrific U.S.-China Trade War Until Coronavirus Arrived
Taiwan is a victim of its past success—dominating important industries, such as semiconductors, but underinvesting in the new fields.
Published on Apr 28, 2020
Source: National Interest
Before the coronavirus hit, Taiwan’s 2019 headline growth figures were nothing short of stellar. Its economy grew at an impressive 3.31 percent during the fourth quarter of 2019, propelling President Tsai Ing-Wen into her second term on a high note and giving Taiwan businesses a boost.
This article was originally published by the National Interest.
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