Special Reports

Foreign direct investment (FDI) is facing a turning point, according to the latest Global Investment Trends Monitor published by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The report indicated that global FDI grew by 11% in 2024, reaching an estimated $1.4 trillion. However, when excluding flows passing through...

Economic concerns have escalated into widespread grievances among 60% of people globally, with a significant portion believing that hostile actions, including violence, may be necessary to drive change, according to a recent poll conducted by communications firm Edelman. The survey, which gathered responses from 33,000 individuals across 28 countries, revealed...

According to the latest Global Economic Prospects report from the World Bank, developing economies—responsible for driving 60% of global growth—are anticipated to close the first quarter of the 21st century with the weakest long-term growth forecast since the early 2000s. While the global economy is expected to stabilize over the...

A recent report from the McKinsey Global Institute (MGI) has drawn attention to the economic difficulties created by declining birthrates in advanced economies. The report emphasized that to sustain historic growth rates, countries must either extend the average working hours or increase labor force participation. These measures are particularly urgent...

Despite grappling with significant economic headwinds, five of China’s wealthiest provinces have announced growth targets of at least 5% for the coming year. This move underscores the Chinese government’s commitment to establishing an ambitious national growth target, even as the country faces persistent challenges in trade and domestic consumption. Beijing...

While artificial intelligence (AI) continues to dominate conversations in technology and business, a new study reveals that most Americans remain unaware that the digital tools they use regularly are powered by AI. The report, released by Gallup in partnership with AI investor Telescope, found that nearly all Americans use AI-enabled...

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) achieved a historic milestone in Central Asia in 2024, injecting $2.33 billion across 121 projects in six regional economies. This nearly doubled the Bank's annual investment in the region compared to 2023. Partnering with co-financiers, the EBRD mobilized an additional $808 million,...

Freedom is an essential aspect of our identity as individuals and as nations. It significantly influences our progress, culture, and economy. Living in a country that values human freedom brings remarkable benefits. It enables us to embrace our unique lifestyles, pursue our entrepreneurial dreams, and express our thoughts openly, all...

A recent study conducted by CEOWORLD magazine has identified some of the most dangerous countries to visit in 2025 from a security risk perspective. The list includes nations such as Ukraine, Libya, Sudan, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, all posing significant security concerns. In contrast, the countries deemed the safest in the...

Chinese officials are reportedly considering selling TikTok’s US operations to billionaire Elon Musk as the video-sharing platform faces a looming American law requiring ByteDance, its Chinese parent company, to divest its US assets. According to sources familiar with the matter, one scenario under discussion in Beijing involves Musk’s social media...