Tag: Supply Chain
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Australia funds Glencore refinery lifeline to keep copper processing running
Background: why funds were needed Glencore’s Mount Isa Copper Smelter in Queensland and the adjacent Townsville Refinery faced a future in care-and-maintenance without government support. After months of negotiations and mounting losses, the company agreed to a multi-year rescue package that would keep the facilities online through 2028. The backing signals a strategic view by…
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US Trucks Face 25% Tariff Beginning November 1, Trump Announces
Overview: A Major Tariff Shift for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks President Donald Trump announced that all medium- and heavy-duty trucks imported into the United States will face a 25% tariff beginning November 1. The move marks a significant escalation in the administration’s efforts to protect American manufacturers from perceived unfair competition and could have wide-ranging…
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Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Medium and Heavy-Duty Trucks Starting November 1
Overview: A Bold Move in U.S. Truck Trade Policy President Donald Trump announced a sweeping tariff on imported trucks, setting a 25% levy on all medium- and heavy-duty (MDT/HD) trucks entering the United States beginning November 1, 2025. The move underscores his administration’s ongoing push for protectionist trade measures aimed at boosting American manufacturers against…
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PNP Probes Supply Chain of P15.5M Relief Goods Ring
PNP orders full-scale probe into relief goods scandal The Philippine National Police (PNP) has launched a comprehensive inquiry into the possible network behind the sale of relief goods worth about 15.5 million pesos that bore the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) logo. Acting PNP Chief Lieutenant General Jose Melencio Nartatez, Jr. underscored the…
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PNP Probes Supply Chain of P15.5M Relief Goods Racket
PNP Orders Full-Scale Probe into P15.5 Million Relief Goods Case The Philippine National Police (PNP) has ordered a thorough investigation into the alleged diversion and sale of relief goods worth about 15.5 million pesos, bearing the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) logo. Police Lieutenant General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr., acting chief of the…
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Procter & Gamble Exits Pakistan: Economic Impact & Public Reaction
Overview: A Major Departure in Pakistan’s Consumer Goods Landscape Procter & Gamble (P&G), a prominent US multinational, has announced its exit from Pakistan, ceasing production and commercial operations in the country. The decision places Pakistan among a growing list of markets where global giants are reevaluating footprints amid domestic economic challenges. P&G’s departure follows earlier…
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Chinese EVs Surge into Europe: Lightweight Path to Local Production
Overview: A New Chapter for Chinese EVs in Europe In the last few weeks, Europe’s auto industry has edged toward a new reality as Chinese carmakers accelerate their European ambitions. Marked by the Munich Motor Show and a flurry of announcements, Chinese firms are pursuing a blend of overseas expansion and local collaborations to rapidly…
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China’s Car Brands Enter Europe: A Light-Asset Route to an EV Ecosystem
Europe’s Auto Pivot: Chinese Brands Accelerate Their European Entry In the wake of the Munich Motor Show, a sense of urgency is sweeping Europe’s automotive sector. Chinese automakers are speeding up plans to enter the European market, betting that a light-asset, partnership-heavy approach can bypass some of the typical barriers to entry. Recent milestones underline…
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AP Eyes Airbus Investment as Lokesh Meets Airbus Board
AP Sets Stage for Airbus Investment Andhra Pradesh is positioning itself as a premier destination for aerospace manufacturing with a focused push to attract Airbus investment in the state. The effort gained momentum when Education and IT Minister Nara Lokesh met with the Airbus Board in New Delhi to explore a comprehensive, Make in India–aligned…
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AP Government Strategically Moves to Attract Airbus Investment
AP’s Bold Pitch to Airbus In a decisive step to bolster its position in the global aerospace landscape, Andhra Pradesh is positioning itself as a prime destination for Airbus investments. The push comes as the state’s Education and IT Minister, Nara Lokesh, held high‑level discussions with Airbus representatives in New Delhi. The meetings included Airbus…