Special Reports

Situated along the Adriatic Sea, Croatia seamlessly blends history and culture with its captivating scenery. In 2024, Croatia continues to allow visa-free entry for visitors from 90 countries, permitting short-term stays for tourism. This privilege extends to nations such as Albania, Australia, Canada, Japan, and the United States, among others....

A survey commissioned by freelance services marketplace Fiverr revealed that Australia's youngest workers, Generation Z, have mixed feelings about the rise of artificial intelligence. According to the survey, 51% of Generation Z fear potential job automation due to AI in the coming years. However, the survey also indicated a more...

A recent analysis of national climate plans reveals that twelve EU countries are set to miss their climate targets under the Effort Sharing Regulation (ESR), with an additional seven countries at risk. Germany and Italy are the poorest performers, while France is just on track but could falter with any...

A recent report by the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) revealed that several wealthy nations, including the UK, Canada, New Zealand, Italy, and Spain, are contributing less than half of their fair share to nature finance for poorer countries. This assessment follows the developed nations' agreement to collectively provide a minimum...

The World Economic Forum's 2024 Fostering Effective Energy Transition report highlights record highs in Energy Transition Index (ETI) scores worldwide. Despite this, economic instability, geopolitical tensions, and technological changes have decelerated the transition. The report, created in collaboration with Accenture, indicates that out of 120 countries surveyed, 107 have advanced...

Asian countries are set to dominate the future of ethylene production, with China and India together contributing over 42% to the global capacity expansions. China is projected to maintain its leading position in the global ethylene market due to its significant demand and production rates. As the foremost producer of...

A significant transformation is underway in Thai family-owned businesses as they transition leadership and embrace generative AI (GenAI). This pivotal moment represents not just a leadership change but a strategic shift towards adopting innovative technology to secure future success. The latest survey of PwC indicates that Thai NextGen leaders have...

CHROs are currently navigating a delicate balance: they must optimize current costs while also investing in future skills, all while fostering collaboration with other leaders. Their focus within their own departments is on technological upskilling and nurturing leaders capable of driving company growth. According to PwC's June 2024 Pulse Survey,...

The World Economic Forum's latest report underscores the United States' exceptional promotion of natural and cultural resources and its commitment to sustainability and tourism. Despite the travel industry's turbulence over the past four years, international tourist arrivals are projected to reach pre-pandemic levels by 2024. However, the future of global...

The public debt of developing nations surged dramatically from 35% of GDP in 2010 to 60% in 2021, as highlighted in a report by the Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development. This significant increase in borrowing from foreign creditors has heightened these economies' vulnerability to external shocks. The ratio of...