Economic growth
A recent preprint analysis on the relationship between math anxiety and achievement has shed new light on this critical issue. The study, which incorporated data from 1980 to 2022, including 452 probability samples from 90 countries, found that math anxiety and achievement are reciprocally related. This relationship has significant implications
Economic growth
China is set to embark on its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), building on the foundation laid during the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025). Despite a challenging global landscape, China has consistently served as a reliable engine of growth and a pillar of stability for the world economy. The country's
Economic growth
The Russian economy is facing a perfect storm of low growth, high inflation, and high interest rates, causing a stagflation scenario that may persist for longer. Despite the central bank's efforts to control inflation, the country's manufacturing sector is stagnating, car sales are down, and consumer
Dissent
Alassane Ouattara, the incumbent president of Ivory Coast, is set to face a competitive presidential election on Saturday as he seeks a fourth term in office. Despite accusations of intolerance towards dissent and criticism of his economic policies, Ouattara remains the favourite to win, according to bookmakers and analysts. His
Dissent
Alassane Ouattara, the incumbent president of Ivory Coast, is set to face a competitive presidential election on Saturday as he seeks a fourth term in office. Despite accusations of intolerance towards dissent and criticism of his economic policies, Ouattara remains the favourite to win, according to bookmakers and analysts. His
Economic growth
Bosnia and Herzegovina's economic growth is expected to slow down to two percent this year, as domestic and external demand continue to weaken. The Central Bank of BiH (CBBiH) has revised its medium-term macroeconomic projections, citing the impact on personal consumption, investments, imports, and exports. Despite the slowdown,
Economic growth
U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) visited his alma mater, New Mexico State University, on October 24, 2025, to focus on growing New Mexico's local economy through small business and STEM education. Vasquez met with students from various programs to discuss experiential learning opportunities and measures to stimulate
Economic growth
Nigerian economist and former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has lamented the country's absence from the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) list of Africa's fastest-growing economies. According to Obi, the listed countries, which include Benin Republic, Cote d'Ivoire, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Uganda, have become
Economic growth
As the Russian central bank has reduced its benchmark interest rate to 16.5 percent, officials are grappling with a slowing economy and mounting financial pressure from the prolonged military campaign in Ukraine and Western sanctions. Officials noted that while the economy is stabilising, growth has nearly stalled in recent
Economic growth
During a visit to New Mexico State University on October 24, 2025, Representative Gabe Vasquez emphasized the importance of bolstering pathways for young New Mexicans to start small businesses and pursue careers in STEM. The Congressman met with students from the School of Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management and the
Democracy
Ivory Coast, the world's top cocoa producer, is poised to elect its next president on Saturday, in a closely watched election that will be a test of stability and democratic confidence in one of West Africa's most dynamic economies. President Alassane Ouattara, 83, is seeking a
Economic growth
Pakistan's economy is expected to continue its growth trajectory, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) revising the country's economic growth forecast upward to 3.6% for the fiscal year 2026. The growth is attributed to steady reform implementation, improving financial conditions, and growing confidence. However, the
