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Emerging Markets Institute

News, stories, and thought leadership related to the role of emerging markets in the global economy.

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Does the Digital Yuan Mark the End of Commercial Banks, Established Players?

Four Johnson Cornell Tech MBA students examine the launch of China’s new digital currency, the e-yuan, and its implications.

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Wonders of the Johnson Colombia Trek

Ivy Ochieng, MBA ’22, writes about the Emerging Markets Institute’s spring trek to Colombia, led by Lourdes Casanova, Gail and Rob Cañizares Director.

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Expo 2020 Dubai: Connecting Minds, Creating the Future

EMI research assistant John Ninia ’22 discusses his experience at the World Expo in Dubai.

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Cryptocurrency in Latin America: Adoption, Regulation, and Financial Inclusion

Raghav Nath, MBA ’22, examines cryptocurrency and its adoption, promise, and regulation in the Latin American countries.

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Sri Lanka’s Financial Crisis: Origins, Impact, and Next Steps

Raghav Nath, MBA ’22, examines Sri Lanka’s economic crisis, its root causes, and how it can improve its economic prospects and regain stability.

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Implications of the Russia-Ukraine War on the Russian Economy

Tony Tsao, MBA ’22 discusses the impacts of the Russia-Ukraine War on the Russian and global economy.

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India’s Commitment to Infrastructure Development: The Next Great Growth Driver

Cornell Emerging Markets Institute Fellow Valmik Karam writes about India’s commitment of $1.4tn in infrastructure development over the next 25 years.

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Tata Sons CFO Saurabh Agrawal on the Tata Group and the Growth of India

EMI Fellows Chris Kang, Matthew Jahnle, Mehmet Karakilinc, and Valmik Karam discuss Tata Sons CFO Saurabh Agrawal’s Leaders in Emerging Markets talk.

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EMI Fellows Colombia Trek 2022: Good Food, Great People, and Unique Experiences

EMI Fellow Jeanette Xu, MBA ’22, reflects on her experience on the 2022 EMI Fellow Colombia Trek and working with students at Universidad de los Andes.