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The article discusses the market outlook for the defence and security industry of Pakistan for the first quarter of 2013. An analysis of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) facing the sector is offered. It states that the eurozone economic crisis and Iranian nuclear dispute will continue to pose political risks to the industry in addition to political uncertainty in other regions. Forecast details including weapons and defense equipment procurement are given.

The article presents an analysis of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) of the security, defense and economic status of Iran. One of country's security strengths is the hidden silos and underground nuclear facilities, making it difficult to attack although a nuclear deterrent is not yet built. U.S. setbacks in Iraq and Afghanistan are said to have given Iran an opportunity to force strategic influence in the region. Economic crisis threatens social and political risks.

The article presents the global political outlook which includes the impending political risks in 2012 to 2013 and the eurozone crisis. It mentions the imminent war against Iran by Israeli or U.S. strike over the issue of nuclear program which may also trigger regional war. It also mentions that countries namely France, Eqgypt and Mexico will hold general elections that will determine their course for the next few years. China is transferring power to a new generation of leaders.

The article analyzes the global flashpoints in 2012. The analysis covers events and developments in the Eurozone, Syria, Iran, Afghanistan and the Korean Peninsula that pose the most significant political risks. Among the key issues and developments cited are the eurozone crisis, the political aftermath following the possible ouster of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and the implication of Iran's intransigent nuclear programme stance on the Middle East's geopolitical situation.

The article discusses the prospect of global politics in 2012. It cites the political risks posed by the uncertainty about the future of the eurozone and the political transition in Middle East and North African (MENA) countries. The upcoming U.S. presidential race, the transfer of power to a new generation of leader in China in 2012-2013, and the tensions between the U.S. and Iran and between North Korea and South Korea are also highlighted.

The article focuses on the global political outlook highlighting the major events in the coming year which include the U.S. presidential race and the transfer of power in China to a generation of leaders in 2012-2013. With regards to political risks in 2012, it mentions the uncertain future of the eurozone, the political transition in the Middle East and North African (MENA) countries and tensions between the U.S. and Iran as well as the between the North and South Koreas.

The article presents the outlook for global politics. It expects that majority of political risks in the last quarter of 2011 and in 2012 will result from the uncertainty of the future of the eurozone and the political transition of countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), while others will focus on the presidential race in the U.S. and the transfer of power in China in 2012-2013. Tensions between the U.S. and Iran, as well as between the two Koreas are not ruled out in 2012.

The article discusses the political risks in the final quarter of 2011 and the global political outlook for 2012. It highlights the sovereign debt crises and the uncertainty about the future of the eurozone and the political transition in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) countries. The U.S. presidential race, leadership changes in China in 2012-2013, tensions between the U.S. and Iran and between the two Koreas, and the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan are also cited.

The article discusses how Business Monitor International Ltd. (BMI) generates industry forecasts for the oil and gas industry of Iran. It states that BMI uses vector autoregressions and utilizes information on oil supply and consumption in forecasting oil prices. It discusses principal criteria that drive forecasting for energy indicators such as energy supply and energy consumption. It says that BMI uses its Country Risk Ratings (CRR) to ensure the accuracy of included risks.

The article discusses the growth outlook, market conditions, and risk profile of the oil and gas industry of Middle East countries including Iran, Iraq, and Israel. It presents the business environment ratings of these countries which have been broken down into upstream and downstream segments. It says that Iran has an unattractive country risks environment. It adds that private companies' ability to operate is blocked by Iran's low physical infrastructure scores and the level of corruption.

The article presents a global political outlook for late 2010 through 2011. It expects political risks to remain salient during the forecast period due to the ongoing fallout from the recession and the possibility of another slowdown. The Iranian nuclear programme and the possibility of renewed social unrest in Lebanon are also expected to remain key sources of tension in the Middle East region. There is a need for several European governments to curb public spending to reduce their budget deficits.

The article presents a global political outlook for 2011. It expects political risks to remain salient in late 2010 through 2011 due to the ongoing fallout from the recession and the likelihood of another slowdown. The Iranian nuclear programme and renewed social unrest in Lebanon are also expected to remain key sources of tension in the Middle East region. There is a need for several European governments to curb public spending to reduce their budget deficits.

The article presents an outlook for world politics for 2010-11. It expects political risks to remain salient throughout late 2010 and much of 2011 as a result of the ongoing fallout from the recession and the possibility of a secondary slowdown in 2011. It points out that a need for governments to make substantial cuts to their budget deficits to avoid Greece-style debt crises. Also expected is for Iran's nuclear programme and the possibility of renewed unrest in Lebanon to remain as key sources of tension in the Middle East.

The article presents a global political outlook for late 2010 through 2011. It expects political risks to remain salient during the forecast period due to the ongoing fallout from the recession and the possibility of another slowdown. The Iranian nuclear programme and the possibility of renewed social unrest in Lebanon are also expected to remain key sources of tension in the Middle East region. There is a need for several European governments to curb public spending to reduce their budget deficits.

The article presents a global political outlook for late 2010 through 2011. It expects political risks to remain salient during the forecast period due to the ongoing fallout from the recession and the possibility of another slowdown. The Iranian nuclear programme and the possibility of renewed social unrest in Lebanon are also expected to remain key sources of tension in the Middle East region. There is a need for several European governments to curb public spending to reduce their budget deficits.

This article provides an outlook for global political conditions in 2010 and 2011. Business Monitor International Ltd. (BMI) predicts political risk to remain high during the forecast period. BMI expects the Afghan War to continue to escalate. The firm also notes the threat of an airstrike against nuclear facilities in Iran. In addition, BMI warns about the rising tensions between South and North Korea because of the North's sinking of a South Korean warship.

The article presents an outlook on world politics and main political risks in 2010-2019. Some of the countries facing uncertain leadership successions which pose a threat on their stability include North Korea, Thailand, Egypt and Iran. It examines the countries at risk of major political upheaval or mass public unrest against entrenched regimes or violence aimed at systemic change such as China, Afghanistan and Ukraine. It discusses some potential factors that may contribute to social unrest in China.

The article presents a global political outlook for 2010. It expects political risks to remain and unemployment to stay high, which may lead to an anti-incumbency among voters. International issues confronted by Vietnam include the Afghanistan war, Pakistan's domestic instability, and Iran's nuclear program. A chart is presented that shows the election timetable in different countries in 2010.

The article presents a global political outlook for 2010. An elevated political risk and unemployment rate is anticipated, which will lead to anti-incumbency mood among voters. Further trouble in several countries, such as Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, and Iraq, are also expected. A chart is also presented that shows an election timetable in 2010.

The article presents a risk assessment for the security situation in Iran. It attributes Iran's high risk of becoming party to an inter-state conflict in the short-to-medium term to its deteriorating relations with most of the international community and the continuation of its nuclear programmes. It cites the People's Mujahedin of Iran and the Kurdish Democratic Party of Iran as the most prominent internal threats facing the country. Also included are information on the physical safety and city terrorism risk rating of Iran.

The article presents a global political outlook for 2010-19. It cites unresolved succession dramas, internal fault lines within countries and resource conflicts as the main political risks during the forecast period. Particular focus is given to notable political developments in the global political landscape, along with four main risk categories. It also cites Egypt and Iran as countries facing uncertain leadership successions. Also included are information on countries at risk of major political upheaval.

The article presents information on Business Monitor International Ltd.'s newly revised regional Business Environment rating. It reports that Qatar and Kuwait, respectively, are the best and worst performers in Upstream rankings. Similarly, Turkey and Libya, respectively, are the best and worst performers in Downstream rankings. It informs that Iran occupies 12th position in Upstream rating. Similarly, Iran occupies the place in the upper half of the table in Downstream ratings.

The article discusses the political risk of investing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The political risk rating of UAE for the fourth quarter of 2008 was downgraded due to increasing tension over the nuclear program of Iran. A threat by Iran to block shipping is predicted to affect the revenues of the UAE from hydrocarbon exports. The forecast on investor confidence is that it would falter under the circumstances described.

The article presents an overview of the political factors in Iraq, both in the domestic and in the international fronts. Key domestic political risks are discussed focusing on the escalation of violence given current and planned operations. The sectarian divide is explored as it continues to jeopardise political stability. Relations with Iran is emphasized as key factor in current security talks.