Special Reports

Senegal officially joined the ranks of oil-producing nations, with the extraction of the first barrels from the Sangomar field off the coast of Dakar on June 10. This $5 billion project aims to produce 100,000 barrels per day. Ameth Guisse, CEO of Maak Petroleum Company, believes this will reduce energy...

Turkey has recorded the highest annual increase in rent among European Union members and EU candidate countries, according to Eurostat data. From May 2023 to May 2024, rents in Turkey soared by 125.1 %, significantly outpacing Hungary, which saw a 12.8 % increase. This sharp rise in Turkish rents occurred...

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,...