economics

Argentina’s Economic Activity Declines by 2.7% Amid Austerity Measures

Lila Patel December 21, 2024 0

Argentina's economy contracted by 2.7% through October 2024, with significant declines in fishing and construction sectors, amid austerity measures by...

DRC Charges Apple Over Conflict Minerals: Legal Battle Escalates

Sofia Ibrahim December 20, 2024 0

The DRC has filed criminal complaints against Apple's subsidiaries over conflict minerals sourced from Africa, accusing the company of deceptive...

Colombia’s Central Bank Set to Cut Interest Rate Amid Fiscal Challenges and Inflation Concerns

Sofia Ibrahim December 20, 2024 0

Colombia’s central bank is expected to cut interest rates by 50 basis points in its last meeting of 2024, amid...

Switzerland Takes Protective Power Mandate for Ecuador in Venezuela

Elena Morales December 19, 2024 0

Switzerland will represent Ecuador's diplomatic interests in Venezuela following tensions that severed relations between Quito and Caracas. A formal agreement...

Botswana’s Government Eases Import Restrictions on South African Vegetables

Lila Patel December 19, 2024 0

Botswana's new government has lifted the ban on South African vegetable imports, which will occur in two phases. The first...

Ethiopia’s Economic Reforms: Aesthetic Vision versus Economic Reality

Jasper Nguyen December 19, 2024 0

Ethiopia, under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, is undergoing significant economic reforms aimed at transitioning from a state-dominated economy to a...

Fitch Revises Oman’s Outlook to Positive While Downgrading Egypt’s Economic Projections

Lila Patel December 19, 2024 0

Fitch Ratings has revised Oman’s outlook to positive, maintaining a BB+ rating due to improved GDP and fiscal measures, while...

Kazakhstan and Guinea-Bissau Sign Visa Exemption Agreement for Diplomatic Passports

Elena Morales December 19, 2024 0

Kazakhstan and Guinea-Bissau have signed an agreement exempting holders of diplomatic and service passports from visa requirements. This decision, made...