UNCTAD reports global trade grew in H1 2025 despite policy and geopolitical challenges, with developed economies and digital trade leading the rebound. - Written by Doğan Erbek and EST Team
Food traceability, which is the ability to track food products from their origin to the consumer, has always been essential for safety, quality, and trust. But in recent years, the…
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the intersection of finance and demographics is becoming increasingly critical, especially as populations age. As life expectancy rises and birth rates fall in many regions,…
The concept of smart cities has long promised a future where urban living is more efficient, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of citizens. But in recent years, a new…
Deglobalization is reshaping how nations access and manage critical resources. In this short piece, I explore what deglobalization means for critical resource supply chains and how global trade could evolve…
Deglobalization is reshaping how nations access and manage critical resources. In this short piece, I explore what deglobalization means for critical resource supply chains and how global trade could evolve…
Factory construction faces several significant barriers that affect the pace and feasibility of new projects. Let's take a brief look at these barriers and potential solutions. - Written by Doğan…
The European Central Bank (ECB) staff macroeconomic projections for the euro area, released in March 2025, paint a picture of cautious optimism tempered by significant uncertainties. - Written by Doğan…
I take a look at some of the initiatives the EU has launched recently and consider how they can help put Europe back on the path of innovation. - Written…