Geopolitics – KCS Group Europe Ltd

The US vs China – who will draw back?

Articles / BRICS, China, Due Diligence, Foreign Affairs, Geopolitics, USA, world economy / 09/2023 09/2023

The two major powerhouses of the world’s industrial and financial markets are not just at odds with each other but are fighting a ‘cold war’ that threatens the very foundations upon which all countries operate. Both economies are suffering – and that’s partly as a result of policies enacted by their own governments. For China, the …

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Unravelling the Dragon’s downturn: analysing the decline of the Chinese Economy

Articles / China, Chinese Business, Due Diligence, Geopolitics, world economy, world trade / 09/2023 09/2023

Growth in China’s GDP has unexpectedly slowed, raising concerns for its domestic and global growth prospects. In this second quarter, China’s gross domestic product grew by just 0.8%, signalling one of the worst performances in fifty years. Businesses that are heavily reliant on trade with China must mitigate risk and ensure they are adequately prepared …

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BRICS vs RCEP: Clash of the regional trade titans

Articles / BRICS, Due Diligence, Geopolitics, RCEP, trading bloc, world economy / 08/2023 08/2023

At just three years of age, the RCEP (Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership) is already showing signs of rivalling its older sibling, BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa). BRICS, formed in the early 2000s as a gathering of fast-growing nations, has had significant influence on the global stage and has become an institutionalised forum. …

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Countering the Shadows: Tackling the escalating Iranian terrorist threat in the UK and EU

Articles / Cyber-attacks, Due Diligence, European Union, Geopolitics, International Security, Iran, IRGC, Middle East, Terrorism, United Kingdom, United States of America / 08/2023 08/2023

The European Union (EU) is having sleepless nights over the increasing threat of in-country terror attacks, instigated by groups such as ISIS, Jihadists, and the controversial Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corp in Iran. The threat The terror group ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria) dates back to 2004 and was formed from the Sunni terror …

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The Bear Roars in Africa!

Articles / Africa, Due Diligence, Geopolitics, International Security, mercenary, Russia, Terrorism / 08/2023 08/2023

The Russian bear is on the move. Quietly. In Africa. Russia’s affair with Africa dates back to the Cold War era when, as the Soviet Union, it supported liberation movements and like-minded governments across the continent. At the time, it was considered the most influential of external actors. However, interest waned following the breakup of …

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Saudi Arabia: The coming of age

Articles / Due Diligence, Geopolitics, Middle East, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Saudi oil / 07/2023 07/2023

Saudi Arabia has come of age in the last few years under the stewardship of Mohammad bin Salman Al Saud (known by his initials, MBS). The kingdom has started to establish itself within the Middle East as a country with views that should be considered, listened to, understood and appreciated – despite the negative reputation …

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Corporate security: the ticking time bomb of in-house provision

Articles / Corporate Intelligence Services, Cyber Security, Due Diligence, Geopolitics, security risks / 07/2023 07/2023

In-house intelligence teams are no longer fit for purpose in safeguarding their business’ reputation and activities. Most of them lack the in-country experience and access to quality intelligence that is necessary for avoiding costly and embarrassing mistakes. Law firms, accountants and other businesses that rely solely on internal intelligence departments are playing a dangerous game …

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The Cold War tech race to supercomputer AI chatbots

Articles / AGI, AI, ChatGPT, Due Diligence, Geopolitics, SUMMIT, supercomputers, Technology / 06/2023 06/2023

In the tech Cold War that is unfolding across the world, the development of supercomputer government AI systems is taking centre stage. For countries engaged in the geopolitical competition in the realm of emerging technologies, being top of the AI leader board is now a crucial strategic priority. These systems are designed to enhance national …

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BRICS sees G7 policies as counter-productive… and they’re right!

Articles / BRICS, Cryptocurrencies, Due Diligence, Economy, European Union, Geopolitics / 05/2023 06/2023

On 1 June, the current foreign ministers of the BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) are due to meet in Cape Town, hosted by Naledi Pandor, the South African Minister of International Relations and Co-operation. Following South Africa’s assumption of the chairmanship of BRICS on 1 January this year, the 15th BRICS …

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The Real Threat to the West from Russia and China

Articles / Africa, China, Due Diligence, Europe, Geopolitics, north south trade corridor, Russia / 05/2023 05/2023

If Russia and China successfully expand and develop the North-South trading corridor over the next two years, the impact on the world economy could be huge. It is difficult to estimate accurately how much of the US$94 trillion world economy would be accessible to this newly fortified trading coalition. One thing is certain, however – it …

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