El Salvador Shifts Strategy as Chivo Wallet Faces Closure Amid Bitcoin Challenges
El Salvador plans to privatize or close the Chivo wallet established for bitcoin transactions, coinciding with a $1.4 billion loan...
economics
Amit Shah Advocates Tailored Banking Guidelines for Northeast Growth
Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged banks to develop tailored financial guidelines for the Northeast during a conclave in Agartala,...
Evaluating Namibia’s Stability: A Closer Look at State Functionality and Challenges
This article evaluates Namibia's status as a stable democracy amidst challenges such as economic inequality and corruption. It defines state...
The Inappropriateness of Formula 1 in Rwanda, South Africa, and Thailand
The article examines the inappropriateness of hosting Formula 1 races in Rwanda, South Africa, and Thailand, highlighting the pressing social...
The Inappropriateness of Hosting Formula 1 in Rwanda, South Africa, and Thailand
Countries like Rwanda, South Africa, and Thailand are vying to host Formula 1 races despite significant socio-economic challenges. While South...
Argentina’s Economic Activity Declines by 2.7% Amid Austerity Measures
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
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
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
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
Botswana's new government has lifted the ban on South African vegetable imports, which will occur in two phases. The first...
