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A new study reveals that countries use the International Court of Justice’s advisory proceedings to strategically promote their national interests, especially on divisive issues like climate change. This shows how non-binding legal processes become tools for geopolitical maneuvering, challenging the idea that international law is purely based on cooperation.
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Research finds that not all crises are alike, and that different types of crisis concerns fuel distinct anti-establishment attitudes, including populist and conspiracy beliefs. Understanding this link is critical for policymakers trying to address rising public distrust and political instability.
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An analysis of Brazil’s biodiesel innovation system diagnoses why it “malfunctioned” and missed its policy goals. This case study offers important lessons for countries attempting to design effective and sustainable energy transition programs.
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A new study shows that restricting tax loss transfers in mergers and acquisitions reduces the number of deals by 18% and lowers the survival rate of young companies. This finding is crucial for understanding how tax policy shapes business behavior, industry productivity, and economic growth.
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