Blind spot: The hidden workers behind Indonesia’s digital boom
Today, Indonesia stands as one of the most formidable digital economic powerhouses in Southeast Asia. Bank Indonesia recorded…
Thailand remains in World Bank’s upper-middle-income category
Thailand’s current GNI per capita under the Atlas method is US$7,690, while the high-income cut-off is more than…
The Women Running Businesses Under Taliban Rules
The Taliban have imposed some of the world’s toughest restrictions on women and girls, but to ward off…
As China’s economy lumbers amid property crisis, why hasn’t AI helped pick up the slack?
Unlike the US, artificial intelligence (AI) may not be a panacea for China’s economy amid its deep property…
China’s ports are by far the most efficient in the world: World Bank study
China’s ports continued to dominate global efficiency rankings in 2025, with seven Chinese trade hubs placing in the…
Larry Fink warns Americans’ pensions, savings will fund the trillions required for AI data centers. Protect your wealth
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Nigeria in talks with World Bank for new $1.25bn loan
The Federal Government has stepped up engagement with the World Bank for a fresh $1.25bn loan to support…
Türkiye emerges as 3rd-largest country in IFC’s global portfolio
Türkiye stands out as the third-largest country in the global portfolio of International Finance Corporation (IFC), an arm…
Asia growth forecasts slashed as Iran war and tariffs threaten supply chains
Asia-Pacific economies are likely to suffer a slowdown in growth this year, as rising costs linked to the…
World Bank clarifies stance on Nigeria fuel imports
The World Bank Group has clarified its position on fuel imports in Nigeria following backlash over recommendations contained…
Nigeria Poverty Rate Hits 63% Despite Easing Inflation
Poverty in Nigeria rose to 63 per cent in 2025, despite a slowdown in inflation, indicating the limited…
Fading US dollar trust threatens world economy, ex-IMF official Zhu Min warns
Dwindling global trust in the US dollar is one of the most prominent risks facing a vulnerable world…