As the Coronavirus becomes an ever increasing threat to the world, many countries are preparing for the worse by shutting down their nations’ economies. The cutoff between human life and a strong economy shows just how important money really is.

By: Aidan Levi-Minzi With Britain finally leaving the EU, economic and political policy will no doubt be at the forefront of the discussion between Boris Johnson and the European Commission. London-based firms are preparing for the worst, while other European cities are bulking up.  The United Kingdom has left the European Union. At 11:00 PM GMT, on January 31st, 2020, the UK entered a transition period: an 11-month timeframe that gives both sides a chance to figure out what their future relationship will look like. Meanwhile, the UK will continue to follow EU rules and trading regulations. This new trade agreement is big for London, as it is the world’s largest international financial center, generating over £120B ($152B) annually in output.  Historically, international firms have been able to freely conduct their business in the global epicenter that is London. The possibility of moving forward with a no-trade deal may lead to increased tariffs and quotas, among other trade barriers. A Brexit without an EU trade deal would lead to major ramifications, including major international corporations downsizing …

November 9th marked the 30 year anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall: a representation of the political and economic reunification of Germany. The fall of the Berlin Wall was considered a critical point of the Cold War: a victory for democracy. For the East, however, this would mark the beginning of their chase to catch the West with their wealth and economic power.