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The Ministry of Finance is drafting a new decree to replace Decree No. 35/2022/ND-CP, which regulates the management of industrial parks and economic zones. This new decree aims to align with the current context and policies, particularly the 02-level local government model, which promotes decentralization and private economic
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The 36th Regional Assembly of Middle East Railways (UIC RAME) brought together senior representatives from Turkey, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and Syria, alongside officials from the International Union of Railways (UIC), with delegates from Jordan, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia's public transport authority joining virtually. Iran's deputy transport
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Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that KCG Engineering Group, a veteran-owned firm specializing in advanced technology solutions for defense and government clients, will expand its footprint in Virginia by consolidating its Hampton Roads operations at a new facility in the City of Chesapeake. The investment is estimated to create 60
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The Provincial Municipality of Abancay has reaffirmed its commitment to urban order and environmental safety by recovering 80 linear meters of marginal strip in the Villa Rene Urbanization. This intervention is part of a larger recovery and territorial planning plan that aims to preserve environmental protection areas and reduce urban
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The global bricks and blocks market is expected to witness significant growth, driven by the increasing demand for infrastructure development, sustainable building materials, and technological advancements in manufacturing processes. As cities expand and governments focus on climate neutrality, the market is expected to benefit from the adoption of eco-friendly solutions,
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Scottish First Minister, John Swinney, has expressed support for the development bank model championed by NBM Development Bank Limited, citing its ability to provide financial support to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Malawi. Swinney made the remarks during a meeting with directors and officials from NBM Development Bank Ltd
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China's urbanization process, the fastest in the world, has enabled the country to develop an urban development path with Chinese characteristics. This approach focuses on promoting high-quality urban development, optimizing the modern urban system, and adhering to the concept of "people's cities built by the
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Governor Gavin Newsom recently highlighted California's wide-ranging economic success and global leadership at the California Economic Summit. California's economy is driven by diversity, creativity, and opportunity, making it a nation-leading economy with a GDP of $4.2 trillion. The state's economic dominance is fueled
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Senator Francis Escudero is pushing for a legislation that aims to ensure grassroots infrastructure planning and budgeting, thereby preventing the funding of unnecessary projects. Under the proposed Grassroots Infrastructure Planning and Budgeting Act, all infrastructure projects must first be endorsed by the Regional Development Council, Provincial Development Council, or City/
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Pakistan's micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of the national economy, contributing 40% to the GDP but receiving less than 6% of private sector credit. President and CEO of Mobilink Microfinance Bank Limited (MMBL), Haaris Mahmood Chaudhary, emphasized the crucial role of microfinance in empowering
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The Black Sea Trade and Development Bank (BSTDB) has strengthened its partnership with Terabank JSC, a prominent financial intermediary in Georgia, by approving a new EUR 5 million five-year SME Facility and increasing its existing Trade Finance Facility by USD 2 million to USD 7 million. This dual support package
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Liberia, a country historically reliant on foreign aid, has been encouraged by the United Nations to focus on building economic independence and sustainable growth. In a press briefing, the UN Resident Coordinator, Christine N. Umutoni, emphasized the need to move beyond aid and develop innovative financial frameworks. Liberia's
