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Funding Pakistan’s Stability: The World Bank’s $700 Million Commitment
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The World Bank has approved $700 million in financing for Pakistan's economic stability, advancing a controversial multi-year program that could total $1.35 billion....
Magnet Diplomacy: China’s Rare-Earth Exports Soar After Xi Deal
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China's rare-earth magnet exports surged to 6,150 metric tons in November, the second-highest level on record and a 12% increase from October, following...
Trump Bets on the Economy in Pivotal Midterm Campaign Push
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President Donald Trump launched his midterm election campaign push in North Carolina on Friday, seeking to reframe the economy as a winning issue...
A Gateway to the Gulf: India Inks Economic Pact With Oman
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India has signed a landmark economic partnership agreement with Oman, securing zero-duty access for over 98% of its exports as part of a...
A New Asian Tiger? How US-China Rivalry Is Aiding Vietnam’s National Rise
In the high-stakes arena of global supply chains, Vietnam is the name on everyone’s lips. As multinational firms seek to de-risk from China, Vietnam...
Afghanistan’s India Pivot: Economic Pragmatism and Strategic Calculus
As Afghanistan reevaluates its economic geography in light of the deteriorating relations with Pakistan, India has become a major option for Kabul in its...
Romania’s Pension Reform Pushes Coalition to the Brink
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Romania's coalition government narrowly survived a no-confidence vote on Monday over its controversial plan to reform judicial pensions, a key requirement for accessing...
China to Expand Trade Next Year While Seeking “Sustainable” Growth
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China has announced plans to expand both exports and imports next year to promote "sustainable" trade, as its massive trade surplus fuels tensions...
Pakistan Signs Deal With Binance to Tokenize Up to $2 Billion in Assets
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Pakistan has signed a memorandum of understanding with cryptocurrency exchange Binance to explore tokenizing up to $2 billion of sovereign assets, including bonds,...
India’s Modi Holds Third Call With Trump Since US Tariff Increase
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held his third phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump since Washington imposed 50% tariffs on key Indian...