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Nordea economist sees Nordic region resilient amid global tariff tensions

The global economy is currently experiencing significant uncertainty due to President Trump's tariff war with various countries.


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Global fascination grows with Squid Game's portrayal of traditional South Korean games

The second season of the Netflix series "Squid Game" premiered on December 26, 2024, quickly gaining global attention.


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Bhutan hosts international conference on labor mobility

The South Asia Labor Mobility Conference, held in Thimphu on May 20-21, 2025, gathered over 150 government officials and partners from regions including South Asia, East Asia and Pacific, North Africa, and the Caribbean.


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Ted Pick to address key conference on finance and real estate

Ted Pick, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Morgan Stanley, is scheduled to speak at the Annual Morgan Stanley U.S. Financials, Payments & Commercial Real Estate Conference.


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KPWF grant backs low-carbon rice farming initiative in Viet Nam

The Korea Partnership for Water and Food (KPWF) has allocated a $1.5 million grant to support Viet Nam's low-carbon and green agriculture transformation.


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World Bank funds $200M for sustainable urban transit in Benin

The World Bank has approved $200 million in International Development Association (IDA) financing to support Benin's efforts to enhance urban mobility.


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Entrepreneurs drive Ghana's forest economy revival amid conservation efforts

Ghana's forest landscapes are increasingly recognized as vital components of the national economy and employment sector.


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World Bank adapts global strategies to combat climate-induced challenges

The World Bank Group is actively addressing the needs of its clients seeking smart development solutions to help communities prepare for, adapt to, and recover from increasingly severe weather patterns.


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Macquarie Bank reduces home loan rates after RBA cash rate cut

Macquarie Bank has announced it will implement a reduction in its variable home loan reference rates by 0.25% per annum, following the Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to lower the official cash rate by the same margin.


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ING updates progress on €2 billion share buyback programme

ING has provided an update on its ongoing €2.0 billion share buyback program, initially announced on May 2, 2025.


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ANZ sponsors conference marking YANA Family Violence Service's 50th anniversary

ANZ has been confirmed as a major sponsor for the 2025 You Are Not Alone (YANA) Conference.


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Korea’s National Information Society Agency supports global digital transformation

Korea's National Information Society Agency (NIA) is playing a pivotal role in guiding developing countries through the digital transformation process.


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Community-led projects drive change in Zambia's schools & Kenya's roads

In rural Zambia, parents are taking active roles in education reform by holding school leaders accountable, tracking budgets, and even constructing school buildings.


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World Bank discusses labor mobility challenges at Bhutan conference

Anna Bjerde, the World Bank's Managing Director of Operations, addressed attendees at the Labor Mobility South Asia Conference held in Bhutan.


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World Bank clarifies its role in payments related to Afghan projects

The World Bank has issued a clarification in response to inaccurate reports by several news outlets concerning payments under World Bank-financed projects in Afghanistan.


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Global Wildlife Program supports conservation efforts across four continents

Community champions worldwide are playing a vital role in fostering coexistence between humans and wildlife while creating economic opportunities in their regions.


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GM partners with Barclays for enhanced rewards program

General Motors has announced the redesign of its GM Rewards loyalty program and the launch of a new GM Rewards Mastercard in partnership with Barclays US Consumer Bank.


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World Bank highlights impact of transport inefficiencies on Africa's food security

A World Bank report has highlighted significant transportation inefficiencies in Africa, leading to substantial food losses.


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Marc Warm joins Barclays as co-head of capital markets

Barclays has appointed Marc Warm as Global Co-Head of Capital Markets, joining Tom Johnson and Travis Barnes in the role.


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World Bank highlights Japanese strategies for resilient healthcare during crises

The resilience of health systems is essential for providing lifesaving care during crises such as pandemics, disasters, and other major shocks.