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‘Jollof Wars’ in West Africa: Economic reforms in Nigeria and Ghana are stirring the pot

Significant competition between the two nations is unfolding over economic reforms resulting from political transitions

China pledges $51 billion in funding to Africa for infrastructure, job creation

China will provide Africa with RMB360 billion of financial support in the next three years, including RMB 210 billion in credit lines

China’s lending to Africa rises for the first time in seven years in 2023, reaches $4.61 billion

Between 2000 to 2023, Chinese lenders provided 1,306 loans amounting to $182.28 billion to 49 African governments and 7 regional borrowers

$30 million data centre inaugurated in Congo to catalyze digital economy

The 400-rack capacity facility is expected boost DRC's digital landscape

Ethiopia secures $3.4 billion IMF financing program with $1 billion immediate disbursement

The Ethiopian central bank has floated the birr, a crucial step for securing IMF support and progressing its debt restructuring

Google announces $15 billion investment in new India AI data center, largest outside U.S.

The investment aligns with India's "Viksit Bharat 2047" vision to become a leading digital economy

Sri Lanka secures $347 million IMF deal as part of $3 billion economic recovery program

The deal supports ongoing reforms and debt restructuring essential for long-term economic stability

China unveils new K visa to attract global STEM talent amid U.S. immigration restrictions

The K visa simplifies entry for young professionals, eliminating job offer requirements for STEM fields 

Indonesia, EU conclude landmark trade pact after nine years of talks

Under the Indonesia-EU trade deal, tariffs on 96 percent of goods will be reduced to zero over five years

China keeps benchmark lending rates steady for fourth consecutive month in September

The one-year loan prime rate (LPR) was held at 3.0 percent on Monday, while the five-year LPR remained unchanged at 3.5 percent

Japan’s GDP grows 1 percent in Q2 2025 as exports remain resilient against U.S. tariffs

The government lowered its inflation-adjusted growth forecast for the fiscal year to 0.7 percent from 1.2 percent

EU announces $1.16 billion plan to boost AI adoption in key industries and public sector

The European Commission set out two strategies to ensure Europe stays ahead, driving adoption in key industries and putting Europe at the forefront of AI-driven science

Indonesia, EU conclude landmark trade pact after nine years of talks

Under the Indonesia-EU trade deal, tariffs on 96 percent of goods will be reduced to zero over five years

Germany’s economy contracts 0.3 percent in Q2 2025 as U.S. demand slows

The statistics office reported that industrial production performed worse than previously estimated

Eurozone business activity picks up in August as new orders rise for first time in 15 months: PMI

Germany, the euro area’s largest economy, recorded its third straight month of output growth in August

Switzerland moves to ease burdens on businesses as 39 percent U.S. tariff takes effect

The government instructed departments to submit proposals to reduce the administrative burden on businesses

U.K. inflation climbs to 3.8 percent in July on rising restaurant, hotel, and food prices

Transport costs surged 3.2 percent, driven by a 30.2 percent increase in airfares

Saudi Arabia

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Exclusive interview with Chris Newman, Executive Director, NEOM Hotel Development

With 95% of the land protected for nature, NEOM offers incredible biodiversity

United Arab Emirates

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U.S. new home sales rise 5.9 percent to 664,000 in November

The median sales price of a new U.S. home in November 2024 was $402,600, down from $437,300 in October

U.S. consumer confidence at six-month high in August despite lingering labor market fears

In August, U.S. consumer confidence declined among consumers under 35 while it increased for those 35 and older

Sweden’s trade surplus grows to $640 million in July 2024

Non-EU trade surplus hit SEK 22.7 billion during this period

Apple’s iPhone sales jump 52 percent in China during April 2024

Shipments of foreign-branded phones in China increased by 52 percent in April 2024 to 3.495 million units

U.S. annual inflation slows to 3.4 percent in April, monthly CPI up 0.3 percent

The main drivers of the CPI increase were the rising costs of shelter (up 0.4 percent) and gasoline (up 2.8 percent)

Exclusive Interview with Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, leading Sharjah to new horizons

City renowned for being people-centric, entrepreneurial, sustainable and culturally vibrant

United States

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Google announces $15 billion investment in new India AI data center, largest outside U.S.

The investment aligns with India's "Viksit Bharat 2047" vision to become a leading digital economy

U.S. deficit to rise nearly $1 trillion above previous projections, budget watchdog warns

Net interest payments on the national debt are projected to total $14 trillion from 2026 to 2035

S&P affirms U.S. ‘AA+’ credit rating as tariff revenue offsets weaker fiscal outcomes

Broad revenue buoyancy in the U.S., including robust tariff income, will offset any fiscal slippage from tax cuts and spending increases

U.S. consumer prices rise 2.7 percent in July amid September rate cut bets 

Core CPI rose 0.3 percent in July and 3.1 percent from a year earlier, compared with forecasts of 0.3 percent and 3 percent

South Korea, U.S. commit to reaching tariff deal before August 1 deadline

South Korea will be subject to a 25 percent reciprocal tariff unless it reaches a deal before the deadline

Worldwide

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Meta invests $1.5 billion in Texas for new one-gigawatt AI data center, creating 1,800 jobs

The site will support advanced AI models, aligning with Meta's vision of achieving superintelligence by 2028 

Google announces $15 billion investment in new India AI data center, largest outside U.S.

The investment aligns with India's "Viksit Bharat 2047" vision to become a leading digital economy

$20 billion currency swap finalized as U.S. buys Argentine pesos

The currency swap aims to stabilize Argentina's economy amid severe liquidity shortages and volatility

Sri Lanka secures $347 million IMF deal as part of $3 billion economic recovery program

The deal supports ongoing reforms and debt restructuring essential for long-term economic stability

U.S. to impose 25 percent tariff on imported medium and heavy-duty trucks

The new tariff will significantly impact costs for truck buyers and various industries reliant on these vehicles

U.K. economy grows 0.3 percent in Q2 2025 despite global trade pressures, policy tightening

Moderate growth reflects resilience amid high inflation, tariff disruptions, and cautious business investmentsÂ