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Over one million Pakistanis went abroad for work in FY 2024–25: Economic Survey
Listen to article ISLAMABAD: More than one million Pakistanis left the country for overseas employment during the current fiscal year, according to the Economic Survey 2024-25. The report highlights labor migration trends across the provinces and...

Nigeria: Makinde has increased Oyo economic growth index by over 4% — AfCTA
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has disclosed that Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has been able to grow the economy of the state by over four per cent in the past six years. Secretary General of AfCFTA, Wamkele Mene disclosed...

How the Shallowing of the Caspian Sea Will Affect Kazakhstan’s Ecology and Economy
Environmentalists are raising the alarm as the level of the Caspian Sea approaches a historic low. A recent review by Energyprom.kz highlights the growing environmental and economic risks facing Kazakhstan. Sea Level Dynamics and Causes of Decline...

Israel Approves Three-Year Economic Plan to Cut Budget Deficit Below 3% by 2028
Home/Business/Israel Approves Three-Year Economic Plan to Cut Budget Deficit Below 3% by 2028 Watan-The Israeli government approved on Sunday a three-year plan aimed at reducing the country’s budget deficit to below 3% of GDP by 2028, down from a...

US DOT Declares Fuel Economy Rules Exceeded Legal Authority
The Transportation Department paved the way for looser U.S fuel economy standards on Friday by declaring that former President Joe Biden’s administration exceeded its authority by assuming high uptake of electric vehicles in calculating rules. The...

Trump admin moves to reverse Biden-era fuel economy standards
The Trump administration is moving to overturn Biden-era fuel economy regulations, with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announcing Friday that the rules were unlawful and initiating a rollback. The change could reduce regulatory burdens for...

inDrive Champions People-First Innovation to Drive Economic Growth
GARIKAI MAFIRAKUREVA CAPE TOWN – At this year’s Africa Tech Week, global mobility innovator inDrive made a compelling case for people-driven digital platforms as a catalyst for economic growth in South Africa. The company outlined how its...
Chinese aircraft carrier enters Japan’s economic waters, Tokyo says
A Chinese aircraft carrier group entered Japan’s economic waters over the weekend, before exiting to conduct drills involving fighter jets, Tokyo’s defence ministry said Monday.The Liaoning visits Hong Kong in July 2017. File photo: Henry...

Cardano’s Biggest Economic Event Ever Is Coming This November: Hoskinson
In his latest live streamed AMA, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson declared that Midnight—the smart-contract side-chain he has long touted as the network’s privacy and compliance pillar—will ignite what he called “the single biggest economic event...

Russia plans to boost economic and military ties in Africa
Kremlin announcement comes as Wagner Group quits West African state of Mali. Russia is working to enhance its economic and military ties in Africa, Moscow has outlined. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov declared on Monday that Russia’s presence in...
The Children's Place Blames Economic Uncertainty, Tariffs for Big Loss
Artur Widak / NurPhoto via Getty Images The company warned the current retail environment is hurting results. The Children's Place said economic conditions and concerns about tariffs led consumers to reduce their spending. The children's products...

Shrewsbury named 'one of UK's best nights out' after scooping award for 'thriving' night-time economy
The town was awarded the prestigious "Purple Flag" status for the ninth year running, recognising the town’s "thriving, welcoming, and safe" evening and night-time economy. Assessors praised Shrewsbury's live music, fine dining, independent bars...

Novo Nordisk raises clinical research standards to develop Thailand's health system and economy
Novo Nordisk raises clinical research standards to develop Thailand's health system and economy June 9, 2025 | Monday | News To create new innovations for the benefit of the Thai people The Public Health Systems Research Institute (PHRI) and Novo...

Trump is ruining the economy
Donald John Trump is destroying the economy with tariffs. He has nearly wiped out 401K accounts, including mine, to the point where I'll have to rely on personal savings and Social Security as long as "The John" keeps his tiny hands and draft...

Macoupin County Board Economic Development Committee met June 9
L. Amber McGartland, Macoupin County Treasurer/ Ex-Officio Collector | Macoupin County L. Amber McGartland, Macoupin County Treasurer/ Ex-Officio Collector | Macoupin County Macoupin County Board Economic Development Committee met June 9. Here is...

Joho taken to task over Sh1 billion expenditure for Women in Blue Economy project
Joho, Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs CS before the Committee on Appointments at the Mini Chambers, County Hall. August 4, 2024. [File, Standard] Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho has been taken to...

Report: AI Could Bring $70B in Economic Impact, Add 130K Jobs in Michigan
According to a report published by the state, if Michigan takes the lead in developing AI strategy, infrastructure, and workforce training, it could gain up to $70 billion in economic impact and create 130,000 jobs. // Photo courtesy of MEDCThe...

Philly’s nighttime economy is more than bars, and it’s a $26 billion industry
Philadelphia nightlife boosters have long argued that there’s a whole other city with its own rhythms and players after 6 p.m., but the size and scope of the so-called nighttime economy had never been thoroughly examined until now. A new,...

FG to partner states, private sector to boost creative economy — Minister
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has reiterated the commitment of the Federal Government to partner with the 36 states of the federation as well as the private sector to achieve its target of...

FG restates commitment to partner states, private sector to boost creative economy
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has reiterated the commitment of the Federal Government to partner with the 36 states of the federation as well as the private sector to achieve its $100bn...