List of markets currently under review for a potential reclassification as part of the 2017 Annual Market Classification Review: - China A-shares (from Standalone to Emerging Markets) - more info. - Argentina (from Frontier Markets to Emerging Markets) - more info.
It does seem counter-intuitive for a landlord to request that a long term rent-controlled tenant continue to sign a new lease, but counter-intuitive for landlords can be beneficial for tenants. You are protected from nasty rent increases, OMI notices or Ellis notices that become effective before the end of your lease.
A lease, or leasing agreement, is also signed by the tenant and the landlord for a set period of property use. The tenant is required to pay a set monthly rent for the entirety of the agreement, usually between six months and a year.