Tag: Economy
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Anambra Governor Election: 16 Candidates Debating Our Future as Polls Open
Overview: A New Democratic Chapter for Anambra As Anambra State voters head to 5,718 polling units across 21 local government areas, the gubernatorial race has landed at a critical juncture. A field of 16 candidates is presenting competing visions for the state’s economy, security, education, and infrastructure, with residents hoping for tangible progress after years…
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Anambra Gov Election: 16 Candidates Battle Over Violence, Economy, and Development
Overview: A Pivotal Election for Anambra As residents of Anambra State prepare to vote at 5,718 polling units across 21 local government areas, the state stands at a crossroads. With incumbent Governor Chukwuma steering the ship, a slate of 15 challengers and one more late entrant adds to a crowded ballot. This election is shaping…
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Australia must pass nature laws to protect the orange-bellied parrot and boost the economy
Introduction: a national imperative Australia stands at a crossroads. We can continue to debate politics while a critically endangered species edges toward extinction, or we can pass pragmatic nature laws that protect wildlife, create jobs, and safeguard the future for our children. The orange-bellied parrot (Neophema chrysogaster) is a stark example: with an estimated 50…
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Greece Inflation Falls to 1.7% in October, Eurostat Data Show
Greece’s Inflation Eases to 1.7% in October Greece’s inflation rate, measured on an EU-harmonized basis, declined to 1.7 percent year-on-year in October, down from 1.8 percent in September. The preliminary figures from Eurostat released on Friday show the easing of price pressures across the Greek economy, mirroring a broader trend of cooling inflation across the…
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Kenya’s Investment Scene Rebounds as Jubilee Hits $130M in Retail Assets
Kenya’s Investment Sector Bounces Back Kenya’s investment landscape is showing renewed vigor as Jubilee, led by Dominic Kiarie, reports a robust build‑out of its retail asset base. The group has reached approximately $130 million in retail assets, underscoring a broader rebound in Kenya’s asset management and retail investment segments after a challenging period. In just…
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Albanese’s salad days under the spectre of stagflation and rising bills
Introduction: A Prime Minister in an economy of mixed signals Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has spent much of his tenure juggling political wins with the stubborn realities of an economy grappling with slow growth and rising living costs. As he steps off ceremonial aircraft following a recent overseas trip, the public conversation returns to a…
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Two Gaza Bank Branches Reopen Without Cash: Partial Access Returns
Gaza City sees limited banking activity as two branches reopen Amid months of renewed violence and a volatile humanitarian situation, two Bank of Palestine branches in Gaza City opened their doors again for the first time in years of conflict. The move, described by officials as partial and cautious, allows limited customer access—but crucially, it…
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Gaza Bank Branches Reopen Partially, but Cash Remains Elusive
Two Gaza Bank Branches Reopen—But Cash Freedom Remains Out of Reach In a rare development amid years of conflict and financial disruption, two Bank of Palestine branches in Gaza City reopened their doors to the public. The partial restart marks a tangible, if limited, step toward restoring some access to financial services for residents who…
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Lee Jae Myung Calls for Closer Ties Among APEC Members
South Korea’s President Calls for Stronger APEC Cooperation South Korean President Lee Jae Myung underscored the importance of closer ties among Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) members as the region navigates unprecedented economic headwinds. Speaking during a regional gathering in Gyeongju, the president emphasized that shared challenges—ranging from supply chain fragilities to inflationary pressures—require unified responses…
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Lee Jae Myung Urges Stronger APEC Ties to Weather Economic Uncertainty
South Korea Champions Deeper APEC Partnerships Amid Uncertain Markets South Korean President Lee Jae Myung underscored the importance of strengthening ties among Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) members as the region navigates ongoing economic turbulence. Speaking at a regional gathering in Gyeongju, Lee stressed that collective action will be essential to sustain growth, manage supply chain…