America first collides with Decline and fall, Beyond Libor
Monday 26 October 2020 – Vol.11 Ed.44.1
Commentary: America first versus Decline and fall
By Meghnad Desai in London
The Roman republic exerted great influence on the fathers of the American revolution. On the eve of the election, the question is whether the once all-commanding republic is turning into a decadent empire. ‘America first’ has collided with ‘Decline and fall’. The debates will not have changed much. The result could go either way. Trump’s chances are greater than people think. If Biden wins by an unconvincing margin, the US could witness internal unrest not seen since the post-civil war era.
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Meeting: Beyond Libor
Wednesday 11 November, 16:00-17:15 SGT
With the London inter-bank offered rate set for retirement at the end of 2021, regulators are working on the transition to alternative risk-free rates. OMFIF and the South East Asian Central Banks Research and Training Centre convene a panel to discuss the move away from Libor and its impact on financial stability.
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