Smuggling Evolves Amid Reopening of the Colombia-Venezuela Border
The reopening of the Colombia-Venezuela border has not alleviated smuggling activities, which continue to thrive due to distrust of authorities,...
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The Threat of Climate Change on the Priceless White Alba Truffle
The white Alba truffle, found in the Piedmont region of Italy, is a highly prized underground fungus, valued more than...
Suriname Secures Debt Rescheduling Agreement with China
Suriname has signed an agreement to reschedule its debt to China, totaling approximately $476 million, with repayments to begin this...
New Botswana President Duma Boko Targets Cannabis and Solar Energy for Economic Growth
Duma Boko, Botswana's new president, aims to diversify the economy away from diamonds by promoting medicinal cannabis and utilizing solar...
Kazakhstan Achieves 24th Place in Global Pension Index, Surpassing Major Economies
Kazakhstan has ranked 24th in the 2024 Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index, outperforming major global economies like the US...
Innovative Taxation Proposed for Climate Finance at COP29
At COP29, the Global Solidarity Levies Task Force proposed new taxes on cryptocurrencies and plastics, projecting a revenue potential of...
IMF Urges DRC to Streamline Financial Management in New Funding Deal
The IMF urges the DRC to implement a Treasury Single Account and undertake tax reforms as conditions for a $2.9...
Pamela Price Concedes After Voter Support for Recall in Alameda County
Alameda County DA Pamela Price conceded after a recall election resulted in 63% of voters supporting her removal. She plans...
Kufuor Affirms Confidence in Bawumia’s Leadership Potential
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has reiterated his strong support for Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, emphasizing his belief in...
Ghana Surpasses Nigeria in US Visa Overstay Rates for 2023
In the 2023 US Visa Overstay report, Ghana surpasses Nigeria in B1/B2 and student visa overstay rates, with 7.50% and...
