Somalia's Recovery and the Power of a Song

Somalia's Recovery and the Power of a Song

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Gracelin Baskaran on the Race for Minerals

The recent scramble for the minerals that go into our electric vehicles, solar panels, and defense systems has exposed vulnerabilities in the supply chains. Mineral markets are complex, spanning dozens of materials found around the world, but the real challenge is processing. Mor ...  Show more

Barry Eichengreen and Chima Simpson-Bell on Currencies that Shine

When global volatility increases, so does the demand for the dollar. When countries face sanctions, they rush for gold. But while the two have been the most common reserve currencies for decades, surprising alternatives are emerging. UC Berkeley professor and author Barry Eicheng ...  Show more

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