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A return to power for the Rajapaksa family could strengthen China’s sway over the strategic island
With few rules to guide conduct, powerful nations are taking measures to protect a cog of communications technology
Clashes between pro- and anti-Hong Kong demonstrators have renewed scrutiny over China’s role in western universities
An FT investigation reveals Russia is an important destination for some of the regime’s money
In the media arms race to take on Netflix not all new services can survive
There is more than puritanism to the sacking of the McDonald’s chief executive
The country will hold a fourth election in as many years. Polls suggest the impasse could continue
The party likes her bold agenda, but moving too far left could be a risk in the battle against Trump
An FT Investigation shows that air pollution on the Tube is as much as 10 times above health guidelines
The Japanese billionaire’s investment strategy has been questioned by falling valuations
Arab powers had thought the US president would prove a reliable ally but are disillusioned by his unpredictable policies
The Conservatives’ strategy requires picking up Labour seats in working-class areas, but voter volatility could scupper their plan
WeWork’s abandoned IPO reflects the fall in new listings and the growing role of private equity
Countries from Rwanda to Saudi Arabia accused of spying on dissidents and journalists
The mining mogul’s venture relies on Chinese cash despite fears over Beijing’s influence in resource-rich countries
The prime minister has room to stimulate growth but must avoid policy mis-steps of his first term
The former IMF chief’s more conciliatory approach could ease tensions within the central bank and with Germany
From Hong Kong to Chile activists have used technology to stay ahead of the authorities
The trade spat has as much to do with 20th century events as global supply chains
The region is considered the UK’s most vulnerable but some businesses report full order books despite falling investment
Leftwing populists are poised to retake power. The priority is a swift renegotiation of the country’s huge debt pile
The president has a star role in the Trump impeachment scandal but escaping the oligarchs’ clutches is a bigger challenge
Buffeted by falling fees and rising costs, the asset manager is investing heavily in an effort to remain competitive
The UK prime minister takes his exit deal to parliament on Saturday, where approval will put him in a strong position to hold a general election
Pope Francis has ordered an investigation into a London investment by the body managing charitable donations
