The Daily BriefPublished on EGF: 11.02.2019 Essential ReadingThe Weekly Rundown: Aid Standoff in Venezuela, European Competitiveness and U.S.-Saudi Relations — A review of the world's most pressing geopolitical events and insight into what the coming week will bring. Link Japan Drafts a Delicate Approach to U.S. Trade Talks — As U.S.-Japan trade negotiations come into view, Tokyo's imperative is clear: avoid auto tariffs. But that doesn't mean the powerhouse will be a pushover on other bones of contention. Link Thailand: Will a Princess's Decision to Run for Prime Minister Upend Thai Politics? — Thailand is preparing for its first election since a military coup in 2014. Now a member of the royal family is challenging the monarchy's long-standing role to stay above the political fray. Link South Africa: The President's New Plan for Public Utilities Could Cost Him Politically — The government's plan to increase efficiency at state-owned electricity Eskom could please investors at the cost of support from labor unions. Link EU: Germany Might Take the Lead in Negotiations With Russia on Nord Stream 2 — If passed, a measure would give Germany some negotiating power over the key pipeline project to deliver Russian natural gas directly to the EU. Link Geopolitical Calendar — Stay informed about the significant meetings and events the Stratfor team is tracking. Link Global PerspectivesThe Plight of a Bahraini Soccer Player Highlights the Connection of State and Sport — Stratfor contributor Tolga Ozyurtcu writes that if the extradition case of Hakeem al-Araibi prompts sports fans to scrutinize FIFA and other governing bodies, they'll find no shortage of individuals connected with national governments. Link Stratfor GraphicGiven Tokyo's reluctance to come to the table and the U.S. market's relative openness to Japanese products, Washington's priorities will drive the talks as Japan plays a largely defensive role. ForumsContribute to the conversation. Share your thoughts in our forum section to engage with our analysts, editors and fellow Stratfor Worldview subscribers. A bill that could remove antitrust protections for OPEC is ready for a potential floor vote in the U.S. House of Representatives following its passage by the House Judiciary Committee. Known as the No Oil Producing and Exporting Cartels Act (NOPEC), the bill would strip OPEC members of their immunity, thereby placing them at risk of being targeted by U.S. antitrust suits. Prior to taking office, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed support for such legislation, which has been tabled numerous times in recent decades, but low gas prices and the current political climate may keep NOPEC from moving forward. News You May Have MissedFor even more news, visit Stratfor's Situation Reports page.
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