Tag: SMEs
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Tsahkna: US Remains Estonia’s Key Trade Partner Amid Shifting Global Tides
Estonia and the United States: A steadfast trade relationship Estonia’s Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna reaffirmed the enduring importance of the United States as a key trade partner during the opening session of a U.S. business seminar hosted at the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tallinn. The discussion highlighted how economic ties between the two…
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Growth at 3% Fails to Feed Namibia’s Hungry Workforce: What’s Next for Jobs
Namibia’s modest growth sparks concern over jobs Namibia’s economy is forecast to grow by around 3% this year, a figure economists say is relatively modest given the country’s ongoing unemployment challenges. The projection has sparked debate among policymakers, business leaders, and labor advocates about whether such growth will translate into meaningful employment opportunities or simply…
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Namibia’s 3% Growth Debate: Why Growth Alone Won’t Solve the Unemployment Crisis
Introduction: Modest Growth, Major Challenges Namibia is grappling with a stubborn employment crisis even as economists forecast a modest 3% expansion in GDP. The predicted growth rate, while encouraging for macro stability, is not expected to translate into a meaningful reduction in unemployment or provide the sustainable jobs the country’s workforce desperately needs. The Economic…
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Commentary: Time to rethink Philippine economy’s reliance on remittances
Rethinking the Role of Remittances in the Philippine Economy The Philippines has long leaned on remittances from overseas Filipinos as a cornerstone of household income and national stability. While these inflows have provided a vital buffer against economic shocks and helped reduce poverty in many communities, they are not a universal signal of sustainable growth.…
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Reassessing the Philippines’ Dependence on Remittances for Long-Term Growth
Introduction: A long-standing pillar under scrutiny The Philippines has long stood out for its robust remittance inflows. Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have sent home billions of dollars every year, helping millions of households cover basic needs, fund education, and sustain consumption during slow domestic growth. Yet as economic realities shift — from slower global demand…
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OpenAI Agent Tools: A New Frontier for African Startups, SMEs, and Customer Support
Understanding OpenAI’s Agent Tools OpenAI’s Agent Tools, unveiled in October 2025, offer a streamlined approach for businesses to automate routine tasks, enhance customer support, and optimize operations. The suite includes AgentKit, Agent Builder, ChatKit, and the Agents SDK, each designed to empower enterprises with scalable automation without heavy engineering overhead. For African startups and SMEs,…
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OpenAI Agent Tools: A New Frontier for African Startups and Customer Support
What OpenAI’s Agent Tools Bring to Africa OpenAI’s October 2025 launch of the Agent Tools suite marks a significant milestone for African startups, SMEs, and customer-support teams. The bundle—featuring AgentKit, Agent Builder, ChatKit, and the Agents SDK—aims to simplify automation, streamline workflows, and shorten response times. For many African businesses, these tools could translate into…
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How OpenAI’s Agent Tools Could Transform African Startups, SMEs, and Customer Support
OpenAI’s Agent Tools arrive with potential for Africa’s startups OpenAI’s newly launched Agent Tools, unveiled in October 2025, promise a faster, simpler path to automating tasks, enhancing customer support, and streamlining operations. For African startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the tools—AgentKit, Agent Builder, ChatKit, and the Agents SDK—could lower technical barriers and speed…
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Ismail Sabri on the Korean Wave in Malaysia: Leaders’ Take on a Growing Trend
Malaysia and the Korean Wave: A Growing Cultural and Economic Force In Kuala Lumpur and beyond, the Korean wave is no longer a niche cultural trend. From food stalls to fashion and media, Korean influence has become a daily part of life for many Malaysians. A notable statistic from Korea’s Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs…
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Pakistan-Azerbaijan Trade Ties deepen after Lahore Chamber meeting
Pakistan and Azerbaijan explore deeper trade collaboration The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) is pursuing a robust expansion of bilateral trade and economic relations with Azerbaijan, following a productive meeting between LCCI President Faheem ur Rehman Saigol and Samir Ahmadli, First Secretary of the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan, in Lahore. The…