Tag: Economic Growth
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ThinkCareBelieve: Week 54 – Freezing Temps Can’t Cool America’s Red-Hot Economy
Week 54: A Bold Snapshot of a Resilient Economy In this week’s ThinkCareBelieve analysis, the economy continues to blaze through winter’s chill, underscoring how policy momentum and market fundamentals can outpace seasonal setbacks. Week 54 spotlights a United States economy that, despite record cold, is showing remarkable resilience. The piece aligns with a broader narrative…
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Strategic Projects Create 61,000 Jobs in Tanzania
Overview: 61,000 Jobs from Strategic Projects In a bold drive to boost employment and accelerate development, Tanzania’s government has announced that strategic projects across the country have created more than 61,000 jobs. The initiative underscores a sustained commitment to expanding employment opportunities for university graduates and a broader labor market, aligning with national development goals…
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Spain’s Amnesty Plan: Welcoming Undocumented Workers as a Boost for Growth
Spain’s Bold Amnesty Plan: What’s Changing Facing a tight labor market and demographic shifts, the Spanish government announced a controversial proposal to regularise up to 500,000 undocumented migrants and asylum seekers. Officials say the move aims to widen the formal economy, reduce exploitation, and strengthen social cohesion by bringing people out of the shadows. Critics…
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Philippines Tops ASEAN in Tourism GDP and Jobs, DOT Says
Overview: A Strong Lead in Southeast Asia The Department of Tourism (DOT) announced a notable milestone for the Philippines, revealing that the country leads its Southeast Asian neighbors in the combined impact of tourism on the economy and employment. While tourism has long been a vital driver for growth in the region, this latest assessment…
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Pakistan Moves to Cut Bank Reliance with Bold Capital Market Reforms
Pakistan Sets Course to Reduce Bank Financing Dependence The federal government, along with the newly installed leadership of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), is pursuing a strategy to reform the capital markets. The goal is clear: lower transaction costs, widen investor participation, and diversify financing sources beyond banks. The agreement signals a…
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MSE groups praise RM100m funding, urge tweaks to widen MSME access
New RM100m funding scheme hailed by SME groups Malaysian SME associations welcomed the government’s RM100 million financing initiative aimed at micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) within the Malaysian Chinese business community. The scheme is seen as a significant step toward expanding access to financing for smaller firms, many of which have long struggled to…
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The Post-US World Takes Shape: EU-India Trade Deal Signals a New Global Era
Introduction: A Shifting Global Order As the global economy moves beyond the era of dominant US influence, major regional power blocs are redefining trade, investment, and policy. The EU-India trade deal stands as a landmark example of this transition, suggesting a world where cooperation and strategic diversification trump unilateral approaches. This article examines what the…
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Gold Surge Pushes Ghana’s Export Earnings to US$31.1 Billion
Ghana Reports a Remarkable Jump in Export Earnings for 2025 Ghana closed 2025 on a stronger external footing, with export earnings reaching US$31.1 billion, compared with US$19.1 billion in 2024. The jump reflects a robust performance across commodities, led by the price rally in gold. The Bank of Ghana (BoG) released the Summary of Economic…
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Many happy returns or a refuge? Why Southeast Asia is the new business magnet
Introduction: Opportunity amid regional dynamism The phrase “many happy returns” has taken on new meaning for business leaders eyeing Southeast Asia. For some, a fresh start in Singapore and the surrounding region isn’t just about celebration, but about a strategic refuge offering stability, talent, and rapid growth. As global markets recalibrate, Southeast Asia has emerged…
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Government Plans Relief for Salaried Class and Industries in Next Budget
Overview: A Strategic shift away from mini-budget In a decisive move, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed policymakers to forgo any mini-budget this fiscal year. The emphasis is squarely on delivering a comprehensive budget strategy for the upcoming financial year that prioritizes relief for the salaried class and strengthens support for key industries. The approach…