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Weekly Political Compass 3.31.25

Welcome to this edition of the Weekly Political Compass from Teneo’s political risk advisory team. This week, we are taking a closer look at the EU’s possible response to the U.S.’s so-called “Liberation Day” tariff escalation. Meanwhile, China flexes its military muscle, South Korea continues to wait for the presidential…

March 31, 2025
By Wolfango Piccoli & Carsten Nickel
Adapting Assisted Fertility Propositions to the Evolving Consumer Landscape Adapting Assisted Fertility Propositions to the Evolving Consumer Landscape The demand drivers for assisted fertility services are strong in the UK and across western Europe, and are expected to continue to create sustained growth in demand. At the same time, pressure on publicly provided services is increasing, created by funding pressures across health commissioners and resource shortages in public… July 28, 2020
Macro: Weekly Political Compass: 7.27.20 Macro: Weekly Political Compass: 7.27.20 In China, HSBC denied reports by Chinese official media accusing the bank of acting as an accomplice to the U.S. and lying about Huawei. In Spain, a nationwide lockdown is unlikely in the coming days despite the rising number of Covid-19 cases. In Chile, the president will make this week… July 27, 2020
A Weekly Update From Teneo: Hong Kong National Security Law – New Challenges for Companies Doing Business in China A Weekly Update From Teneo: Hong Kong National Security Law – New Challenges for Companies Doing Business in China Paul Haenle, Damien Ryan, Gabriel Wildau and Jerome Hauer Ph.D. join Kevin Kajiwara to discuss the New Challenges for Companies Doing Business in China. Kevin Kajiwara (KK): Good morning, everyone. Thank you for joining today's Teneo Insights webinar. I'm Kevin Kajiwara, Co-President of Teneo's Political Risk Advisory business here in… July 27, 2020
Chile: Political Implications of Pension Withdrawal Initiative Chile: Political Implications of Pension Withdrawal Initiative The government has suffered a heavy defeat by failing to block an opposition-led initiative that would allow people to dip into their retirement savings. While immediate-term governability can be restored by a likely cabinet reshuffle, President Sebastian Pinera is left permanently weakened, while the governing coalition is increasingly divided. The… July 24, 2020
EU Summit 17-21 July: White Smoke at the End EU Summit 17-21 July: White Smoke at the End The European Council meeting that almost broke the all-time record for its length (held by Nice 2000), resulted in a compromise that allowed all factions to claim victory in the end. While a detailed reading of the Council conclusions may lead to second thoughts on all sides, the summit will… July 22, 2020
Macro: Weekly Political Compass: 7.20.20 Macro: Weekly Political Compass: 7.20.20 EU leaders will continue negotiations about the bloc’s budget and recovery fund. In China, severe floods might cause disruptions to supply chains for personal protective equipment. In Mexico, several state governors are refusing to implement the central government’s Covid-19 traffic light system. In South Africa, the government might announce new… July 20, 2020
A Weekly Update From Teneo: The Rise of ESG Investing A Weekly Update From Teneo: The Rise of ESG Investing Barbara G. Novick, Martha Carter, Matt Filosa and Jerome Hauer, Ph.D join Kevin Kajiwara to discuss the reopening of the American economy and the rise of ESG investing. Kevin Kajiwara (KK): Well, good day, everyone. Welcome and thank you again for joining our weekly Teneo Insights call. I hope you… July 20, 2020
Poland: Duda’s Victory Paves the Way for PiS Rule Until 2023 Poland: Duda’s Victory Paves the Way for PiS Rule Until 2023 According to preliminary data from the National Electoral Commission (PKW), incumbent President Andrzej Duda – supported by the ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party – narrowly won the second round of the presidential election held on 12 July. With nearly all ballots counted, Duda secured 51.2% of votes, leaving his… July 17, 2020
Teneo Note on the EU Summit 17-18 July Teneo Note on the EU Summit 17-18 July In the first face-to-face EU summit since the pandemic hit Europe, on 17-18 July, leaders will face several challenges to effectively respond to economic downturn that has been created by COVID-19. It could be a decisive moment in European history with an ambitious recovery and economic stimulus on the top… July 17, 2020
Thailand: A Reshuffle Does Not Mean a Reform Agenda Thailand: A Reshuffle Does Not Mean a Reform Agenda The country could suffer the deepest recession in Southeast Asia. A reshuffle of key economic positions in the third quarter is more about political consolidation than in formulating new ways of thinking about economic policy. The focus will continue to be on the big-ticket infrastructure projects and in keeping specific… July 10, 2020
Corporate Affairs Insights on Moving Beyond the Crisis: Work Habits of Successful Teams Corporate Affairs Insights on Moving Beyond the Crisis: Work Habits of Successful Teams In the latest in our series “Corporate Affairs Insights on moving beyond the Crisis”, Anna Whitlam shares lessons learnt from COVID-19, and in particular observations on work habits of successful teams. From the accelerated use of technology, to working from home, and the challenges that can pose.    … July 8, 2020
EU and China – Between Rivalry and Cooperation EU and China – Between Rivalry and Cooperation EU and Chinese leaders met on 22 June for a virtual summit, characterised by EU efforts to put more pressure on its Asian rival. The EU took an assertive foreign policy stance by condemning cyber-attacks on EU hospitals and a Covid-19 disinformation campaign that the EU attributed to China. The… July 8, 2020