Iran, Israel, and the Oil Front
How the price of oil is shaping the calculus in this war between Israel and Iran – and how much economic factors determine Middle East policy in Washington and Beijing.
Oil
The Black Gold Fueling Libya's Crisis
by Wil Crisp
Libya’s economy relies on oil, and the nature of the country’s current conflict is intrinsically tied to its economic model.
Finding Profit in Libya's Frayed State
Unscrupulous smugglers are taking advantage of the lawlessness of Libya, transforming the country into a gigantic transit zone for all kinds of goods. Their actions are endangering the prospect of a peaceful future on the North African coast.
Doing Business in Failed States
by Kilian Bälz
The collapse of governments has raised questions about state assets and business contracts in the absence of an unchallenged sovereign.