Question raised by French president of where ex-colonies’ art belongs needs a new answer

Jay Powell’s underlying stance on interest rates has not changed

Carmaker’s board failed to constrain the charismatic chief executive

Slowing economy weakens Beijing’s ability to withstand US pressure

If parliament cannot ratify it, a second referendum may be needed

The ‘gilets jaunes’ protest against fuel prices rattles the government

Offloading assets to private investors for an illusory short-term gain stores up trouble

Russia-Ukraine naval clash highlights Moscow’s regional powerplay

The once-mighty conglomerate relied too much on financial engineering

Online betting is growing fast; it should be treated like tobacco

A fifth term for President Abdelaziz Bouteflika would be a mark of contempt for the public

London’s financial district is using architecture to project modernity

Donald Trump’s tariffs have yet to halt international commerce

Banks and governments face a push to make money more digital

Draft withdrawal treaty will smooth relations on the island

Smaller nations should not have to choose between the US and China

The ECB should retain all options to counter any renewed downturn

Russia and authoritarian states have been abusing arrest warrants

The transfer of the UK health unit to California raises privacy concerns

Allegations against Carlos Ghosn send a warning to corporate globetrotters

Progress made since the 1989 pro-democracy revolution is at risk

Global warming is feeding the rising intensity of natural disasters

It is in Europe’s interests to avoid any temptation to be punitive

Students must be protected if higher education providers go bust

Trump misses a chance to stand tall in Europe and appears small