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Trump names first administration veterans Greer, Hassett to economic posts | International Trade
US president-elect taps Jamieson Greer and Kevin Hassett as trade representative and top economic adviser, respectively. United States President-elect Donald…
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Indonesia’s shrinking middle class casts shadow on economic rise | Business and Economy
Medan, Indonesia – Halimah Nasution used to feel as if she had it all. For years, she and her husband…
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Rise in Afghan opium cultivation reflects economic hardship, despite Taliban ban — Global Issues
The rebound follows a massive 95 per cent decrease in 2023, when the ban nearly eliminated poppy production nationwide, leading…
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Harris talks up McDonald’s gig in criticizing Trump’s economic plans
Vice President Kamala Harris reacts to former President Donald Trump at the presidential debate in Philadelphia on Sept. 10. WASHINGTON…
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After vowing to halt Japan’s economic decline, Kishida leaves mixed legacy | Business and Economy
In his first policy address after taking office in October 2021, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida pledged to “faithfully rebuild”…
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What’s the economic toll of Israel’s war on Gaza? | Israel-Palestine conflict
Israel’s finances are under strain and its budget deficit is widening, as agencies downgrade the nation’s credit. More than 40,000…
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Climate Action Greatest Economic Opportunity of this Century, Says UN Climate Chief — Global Issues
All six African sub-regions have experienced an increase in the temperature trends over the past six decades, leading to severe…
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China’s Xi, Nigeria’s Tinubu pledge deeper economic ties | Business and Economy
Leaders ink deals on nuclear energy, media exchanges and infrastructure ahead of summit on Chinese-African cooperation. China and Nigeria have…
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What economic challenges await Kamala Harris as US president hopeful? | US Election 2024 News
As Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris overtakes her Republican opponent Donald Trump in opinion polls – she is now leading in…
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What’s the economic impact of immigrants? | Migration
The West is seeing record immigration inflows, but far-right groups are blaming their economic grievances on refugees and asylum seekers.…
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