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Leaders and trade ministers from the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) have reiterated their commitment to advancing trade digitalization as a means to reduce costs, enhance efficiency, and unlock economic growth in the region. Representing economies responsible for more than 60% of global trade, the delegates emphasized the adoption of electronic...

India is expected to witness an 8%-9% rise in steel demand in 2025, surpassing other major steel-consuming economies, according to a report by CRISIL. The growth will be driven by increased adoption of steel-intensive construction in housing and infrastructure, alongside stronger demand from sectors such as engineering and packaging. While...

Career development in America is broken.   Traditionally, employees earned a degree, went to work for an employer and if they did good work, they were promoted after three or so years of service. If their current employer didn’t have promotional opportunities available, employees either waited for new opportunities, plateaued, or...

Anthony Cuccione is a Health and Safety Manager based in Toronto, Ontario, dedicated to enhancing workplace safety and promoting a culture of collaboration in the construction industry. Growing up in Woodbridge, Ontario, Anthony developed resilience and a team-first mentality through his involvement in house league hockey and soccer—qualities that have...

The Retailers Association of India (RAI) reported a 7% growth in the retail sector during the festive period from October 7 to December 1, 2024, compared to the same period in 2023. While this growth reflects a positive trend, it fell short of the anticipated 10%, underscoring the persistent challenges...

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reported a steady increase in household debt over the past three years, which reached 42.9% of GDP at current market prices as of June 2024. While this level remains relatively low compared to other emerging market economies (EMEs), the RBI has characterized the...

Li Xiang, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Li Auto, envisions a future where cars are no longer mere vehicles but simple robotic platforms paving the way for more advanced technologies like humanoid robots. Speaking at an AI Talk event, he shared that while Li Auto plans to eventually venture...

Beyoncé has a longstanding knack for turning the American football field into a stage for iconic performances, and her latest venture was no exception. On Christmas Day, during the half-time show of the Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens game, she transformed the field into a celebration of music and identity,...

Paul McDade, CEO of UK-based oil company Afentra, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF), scheduled for March 25-26, 2025, in Brazzaville. Drawing on Afentra's achievements in Angola, McDade will discuss the company's strategic approach to optimizing mid-life oilfields and promoting sustainable...

Once celebrated as Africa’s first female billionaire, Isabel dos Santos now faces international corruption investigations and sanctions, with the UK government recently labeling her a “notorious kleptocrat.” Dos Santos has publicly dismissed the allegations, describing the UK sanctions imposed in November as politically motivated actions orchestrated by Angola’s government against...