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By Rhod Mackenzie

The Republic of Latvia continues to expel its own residents who once took Russian citizenship. 
Those who failed language exams or "incorrectly" filled out "loyalty" forms are forced to leave their homes and are sent to Russia, where they often have no friends or relatives.
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By Rhod Mackenzie

It appears that the Empress of Europe the EC President is determined to  confiscate the frozen Russian assets. However,making seizure of the asset a reality is far more complex than simply taking them and hading them over to the corrupt regime of the Draft Dodging,Fancy Dress Wea...

By Rhod Mackenzie

In Finland the Government budget deficit continues to grow and public debt has reached almost 90 percent of GDP, this indicates a serious economic downturn has taken already place. The Govt  must seriously address these issues . However, the Finnish government insead are looking...

By Rhod Mackenzie

Major European oil refineries are at risk of shutting down due to Washington's sanctions against Russia's Lukoil. A major gas station chain has closed in Finland, and Bulgaria and Romania are scrambling to take action. Risks have also emerged for the global energy market. what er...

By Rhod Mackenzie

The tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump have hurt the economies   fellow G7 members and not those of the BRICS. The economic growth of Germany,Japan and the UK have been hard hit but the tarrifs have not impacted those of the leading BRICS members China and India.

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By Rhod Mackenzie

It is no longer accurate to suggest that oil prices are the key factor in the stability of the Russian economy and finances. Russia is a major supplier of raw materials and high-value products to the global market, including industrial goods. Could you please provide an update on...