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Nigeria's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have a huge opportunity to tap into the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to gain a competitive edge and drive the country's economic growth. Experts say that access to data and real-time capital market information is key to unlocking this
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Rising interest rates and elevated spending pressures are causing fiscal headaches worldwide, as governments' grand plans for borrowing bump up against hardening resistance in sovereign bond markets. The US remains firmly in the eye of the brewing storm, with President Donald Trump's tax bill expected to push
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Vietnam is positioning itself at the forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, with the country's strategic technologies and AI-driven economy projected to contribute significantly to global economic growth. According to the report 'Vietnam's AI Economy 2025', the nation has the potential to unlock a
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Economic growth in Scotland is expected to outpace the UK as a whole next year, driven by the recently signed free trade deal with India. KPMG's European Economic Outlook forecasts a 1.2% increase in Scotland's gross domestic product (GDP) in 2026, surpassing the 1.1%
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Namibia's economic growth and job creation prospects are directly tied to the involvement of the private sector, according to Jason Kasuto, Chairman of the Economic Association of Namibia. The emergence of the oil sector and green hydrogen development provide unique opportunities for job creation, particularly if local content
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The registration of Lesabokwe Trust, facilitated by Selebi Phikwe Economic Diversification Unit (SPEDU), marks a significant step towards addressing pressing challenges such as unemployment and limited economic opportunities in Tshokwe and Robelela villages. The Trust aims to promote economic diversification, job creation, and social upliftment, with a focus on utilising
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Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has emphasized the importance of climate-resilient infrastructure in a new maritime strategy, with the aim of modernizing ports, reducing environmental impact, and boosting economic growth. The Minister has been reviewing progress across key maritime institutions, highlighting the need for environmental sustainability.
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Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian emphasized the significance of developing basic infrastructure and improving accessibility in driving economic growth and public welfare in regions during the 2025 International Conference on Infrastructure (ICI) in Jakarta. He highlighted the need to change the mindset of leaders and public officials regarding the importance
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Research conducted at the University of Cape Coast highlights the importance of the fishing industry in Ghana's socio-economic development. The study reveals crucial insights into consumer preferences and willingness to pay for fish attributes, with significant implications for production and poverty alleviation. By employing advanced discrete choice experiment
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Megah Port Management Sdn Bhd has pledged to support Labuan's economic growth through strategic collaboration, strengthening logistics systems, and expanding international transhipment activities. The company's managing director, Datuk Seri Patrick Tiong, emphasized the importance of working with relevant stakeholders, including Labuan Corporation, to generate widespread benefits
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The unprecedented trade policies of President Donald Trump are unleashing chaos on the global economy. With his lawless and unpredictable approach, Trump is putting the world economy at risk, and the consequences are already being felt. The World Bank has issued a dire warning, projecting that global growth will slow
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The escalating US-driven global trade war is expected to have a devastating impact on developing economies, with the World Bank predicting that growth in nearly two-thirds of these countries will slow down this year. The lender warned that the globalisation that led to an "economic miracle" in many
