Vietnam and the United States recently engaged in their inaugural ministerial-level tariff negotiations, held in Jeju, South Korea. This meeting comes as the US is poised to impose a staggering…
Global stock markets experienced a significant uplift on 12 May 2024 after the United States and China reached a joint agreement to reduce their respective tariffs for a provisional period…
As tensions rise between the world’s two largest economies, senior officials from the United States and China met in Geneva on 10 May 2024 to discuss the ongoing trade war…
As trade tensions escalate between the United States and China, senior officials from both nations gathered this weekend in Geneva—a meeting that could set the tone for future negotiations. These…
The US Federal Reserve has opted to maintain its key lending rate at between 4.25 per cent and 4.50 per cent, signalling a cautious approach amidst ongoing economic turbulence caused…
In a historic move, the United States and Ukraine are on the verge of signing a long-awaited minerals deal, following recent meetings between Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and US…
SINGAPORE: As the General Election approaches in 2025, looming economic uncertainties and the escalating cost of living are taking centre stage. With heightened concerns over job security, political parties are…
The UK government has stepped in to prevent the imminent closure of British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant, now facing significant financial difficulties under its Chinese owners, Jingye. With thousands of jobs…
In a significant move to strengthen economic ties, Vietnam is set to negotiate a reciprocal trade agreement with the United States following a temporary postponement of substantial tariffs. Vietnamese Prime…
The Progress Singapore Party (PSP) has taken a strong stance against the government’s response to the recently announced US tariffs, labelling it as overly alarmist. PSP chairman Dr Tan Cheng…
The latest trade policies from President Donald Trump have stirred significant controversy and sparked fears of a looming economic downturn. On 2 April 2024, Trump announced an aggressive set of…
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has taken a bold stance against US President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs, calling them ‘a very dumb thing to do’. This fiery exchange marks a…
On 4 February 2024, Singapore’s Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan assured Parliament that while direct tariffs from the United States on Singaporean goods are unlikely, the nation must remain vigilant…
The passing of Manmohan Singh at the age of 92 has left a significant mark on India, a country he served with distinction as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014.…
Singapore is on a roll when it comes to hosting mega events, with plans for an exciting line-up in 2024. This surge in high-profile concerts and gatherings is not just…
As the political landscape shifts, US President-elect Donald Trump has left many speculating about his intentions regarding key economic figures and policies. On one hand, he has affirmed his plan…
In a significant policy shift, Sri Lanka’s recently elected leftist President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has decided to support a controversial IMF bailout programme initially negotiated by his predecessor, Ranil Wickremesinghe.…
SINGAPORE — Singapore’s economy has surpassed expectations in the third quarter of 2024, prompting the Government to revise its growth forecast upwards to around 3.5 per cent for the year.…
Singapore’s latest headlines cover a range of topics, from serious counter-terrorism exercises to local culture and community issues. Here’s a recap of the most talked-about stories this week. Counter-Terrorism Exercise…
At the G-20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva launched a global initiative to combat hunger and poverty, with support from over 80 countries,…
Record High Global CO2 Emissions in 2024 This year’s Global Carbon Budget report, released during the UN’s COP29 climate summit, reveals that global carbon dioxide emissions are projected to reach…
As the dust settles from Donald Trump’s recent election victory, key European leaders are rushing to address the potential implications for the continent. EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell and…
Germany’s political landscape is once again in turmoil as Chancellor Olaf Scholz sacked Finance Minister Christian Lindner of the Free Democrats (FDP) on 6 November 2024, a move that has…
Volkswagen is embarking on a drastic overhaul, with plans to shutter at least three factories in Germany and potentially lay off tens of thousands of staff, according to Daniela Cavallo,…
In a recent statement at the International Monetary Fund and World Bank meetings in Washington, British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves called for a ‘hard-headed, economic realist’ approach to Britain’s trade…