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Uprising tide: the coming inflation-driven unrest

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Rising Tensions and Economic Struggles

This chapter examines the effects of soaring fuel and food prices on living standards in Tunisia and Turkey, emphasizing personal stories that illustrate growing frustration with inflation. It discusses the potential for social unrest fueled by economic pressures, linking these challenges to global inflation trends and geopolitical events. Additionally, the chapter reflects on China's intelligence issues amid its surveillance expansion, raising questions about its capabilities in light of recent geopolitical conflicts.

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