International trade
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $500 million policy-based loan to support the Government of Uzbekistan in strengthening public sector efficiency, advancing economic governance, and accelerating the country's integration into the global economy. The Economic Management Improvement Program (Phase 2) aims to modernize the governance of
Global economy
The world is facing an existential threat from antimicrobial resistance (AMR), which contributes to over 4.5 million deaths every year and has the potential to undermine the effectiveness of available antibiotics. Despite the alarming rate at which bacteria are developing resistance, the global response remains slow, with solutions under-prioritized
Global economy
As tensions between the United States and China continue to rise, the global economy is witnessing unpredictable and far-reaching consequences. The latest developments come as the International Monetary Fund released its latest economic report, which only starts to capture the complexity of the situation. The US has imposed new tariffs
Global economy
As tensions between the United States and China continue to rise, the global economy is witnessing unpredictable and far-reaching consequences. The latest developments come as the International Monetary Fund released its latest economic report, which only starts to capture the complexity of the situation. The US has imposed new tariffs
Tariffs
As tensions between the United States and China continue to rise, the global economy is witnessing unpredictable and far-reaching consequences. The latest developments come as the International Monetary Fund released its latest economic report, which only starts to capture the complexity of the situation. The US has imposed new tariffs
Tariffs
As the global economy slows, economists from across South Asia are warning their governments to be cautious of the potential consequences of America's decision to impose country-specific tariffs that deviate from the principle of most-favoured-nation (MFN) trade. The experts, including Mustafizur Rahman from Bangladesh, Sanjay Kathuria from India,
Tariffs
The global economy is experiencing better-than-expected performance, despite a tumultuous upheaval in U.S. trade policy, according to the International Monetary Fund. However, President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs are beginning to erode growth prospects for the future. The IMF's latest forecast projects global growth at an
International trade
World Maritime Day 2025 is being observed tomorrow, with a focus on the theme 'Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity'. Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has stressed the importance of shipping safety, maritime security, and marine environmental protection in his message. The day recognizes the vital role of
International trade
Hong Kong's Financial Secretary, Paul Chan, will lead the Chinese delegation to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group (WBG) annual meetings in Washington on Thursday and Friday. The meetings will bring together leaders from around the world to discuss the global economy, finance, international trade,
Global economy
Amidst the global economic uncertainty fueled by trade tariffs, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has hailed India as a crucial growth engine of the global economy. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva emphasized that India's strengthening economy has generally withstood multiple shocks, citing improved policy fundamentals, adaptability of the
Tariffs
Amidst the global economic uncertainty fueled by trade tariffs, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has hailed India as a crucial growth engine of the global economy. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva emphasized that India's strengthening economy has generally withstood multiple shocks, citing improved policy fundamentals, adaptability of the
Bessent, Scott
President Donald Trump's decision to provide Argentina with a $20 billion financial lifeline has sparked outrage among American farmers and raised questions about the administration's priorities and the limits of his "America First" approach to the global economy. The move has been driven by
