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Despite election results, Japan says it is seeking U.S. trade deal by Aug 1
Japan Today
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July 21, 2025
Japan's chief tariff negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, said Monday that he will aim for some kind of trade agreement with the United States by Aug 1, a deadline set by President Donald Trump to wrap up bilateral talks. "I don't have (such a concern),"...
ZITF sets tone for bolstering African trade
Zimbabwe Independent
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With little prospects for higher consumption, taking advantage of relaxed conditions offered by AfCFTA could help domestic firms ride out anticipated headwinds. AS the sun rose over the city of Bulawayo on Tuesday last week, excitement filled the...
Scrapping 'tourist tax' could unlock a £3.7billion Brexit boost, ministers told
Daily Mail
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July 21, 2025
By EMILY HAWKINS BUSINESS REPORTER Published: 19:18 EDT, 21 July 2025 | Updated: 19:28 EDT, 21 July 2025 Scrapping the 'tourist tax' could unlock a £3.7billion Brexit boost, ministers have been told. More than 400 business leaders have backed a...
Minister targets Limpopo squatters over stock theft
Bulawayo 24 News
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July 21, 2025
News / Regional by Gideon Madzikatidze and Simbarashe Sithole 2 hrs ago | Views BEITBRIDGE - Zimbabwe's Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Matabeleland South, Albert Nguluvhe, has raised alarm over the increasing cases of...
I.B. Kargbo Defends APC Legacy, Denies Claims of Hardship Under Former Government
Sierraloaded
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July 21, 2025
Former Minister of Information and senior member of the All People’s Congress (APC), Hon. Ibrahim Ben Kargbo, has come forward to strongly defend the legacy of the former APC government, insisting that it did not subject Sierra Leoneans to...
Trade bodies advocate restoration of final tax regime
The Express Tribune
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July 21, 2025
ISLAMABAD: Trade bodies have expressed concern over the imposition of the normal tax regime under the Finance Act and proposed several measures to resolve their pressing problems. They have advocated that the final tax regime for the export sector...
Ronayne calls out stadium project for what it is - a pipe dream, not an economic catalyst: Letter to the Editor
Cleveland.com - Ohio
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July 21, 2025
Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne is right to stick to his guns regarding the proposed Big Dumb Stadium project inasmuch as this so-called “economic development” catalyst is little more than a glorified real estate project. A project of this...
We are making steady progress on economic reform
Politicsweb
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Cyril Ramaphosa says significant progress made in clearing earlier obstacles with a clear view to enhance growth FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT We are making steady progress on economic reform Dear Fellow South African, Last week, we released a...
Delhi govt unveils draft industrial policy to tackle red tape, attract investments
The Indian Express
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July 21, 2025
Dealing with regulatory “inefficiencies” and bringing in a simpler registration and approval process is the way forward for Delhi to become a global business hub. This is at the core of the Delhi government’s ‘Draft Industrial Policy-2025-35’,...
Akazawa in Washington for trade talks after weekend's election
NHK
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Japan's top tariff negotiator arrived in Washington on Monday to seek another round of trade talks, on the heels of a weak showing for the country's ruling coalition during the Upper House election over the weekend. Tokyo wants to strike a deal...
Europe: Shares end lower as investors assess mixed earnings; focus on trade talks
The Business Times Singapore
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July 21, 2025
EUROPEAN shares ended a choppy session in the red on Monday, as investors weighed a mixed bag of corporate earnings and keenly awaited the outcome of ongoing trade negotiations between the US and the European Union. The pan-European Stoxx 600...
German government looks to roll back tax hike on flights
The Business Times Singapore
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July 21, 2025
Published Tue, Jul 22, 2025 · 07:06 AM [FRANKFURT] Germany’s government signalled on Monday that it may reverse a rise in the tax applied to passenger flights as it steers a pro-business turn in Europe’s top economy. Airlines have long complained...
Egypt's Prime Minister Affirms Strong Support for Saudi Investment
Sada Elbalad
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July 21, 2025
Mon 21 Jul 2025 | 08:39 PM Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly welcomed a high-level delegation from Saudi Arabia’s Sumo Holding Group during a meeting at the government headquarters in New Alamein City. The discussions focused on the group’s...
Indonesia, Russia plan joint training to combat drug trade
Antara
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July 21, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia's National Narcotics Agency (BNN) and the Russian government are planning to launch a joint program to boost the capacity of BNN personnel to combat drug abuse and trafficking. Head of the BNN Commissioner General...
LCTCS fills key role in Louisiana’s economic growth with human-centered work that connects people to purpose
The Advocate - Louisiana
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Sponsored Content This article is brought to you by the Louisiana Community and Technical College System.As the state continues to build a stronger and more diverse economy, the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) is serving...
MSU’s Coble receives prestigious Farm Foundation R.J. Hildreth Public Policy Award
Mississippi State University
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July 21, 2025
Keith Coble, vice president of Mississippi State’s Division of Agriculture, Forestry and Veterinary Medicine, received the 2025 R.J. Hildreth Public Policy Award from Farm Foundation this month. (OPA photo) Contact: Mary Kathryn Kight STARKVILLE,...
Japan's Prime Minister under pressure after election setbacks
News.Az
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Toru Hanai—Bloomberg via Getty Images Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has pledged to stay in office, despite exit polls showing that his Liberal Democratic Party's ruling coalition has lost its majority in the upper house of parliament. The...
CCP under new management rolls out key reforms: Finance Minister
Associated Press of Pakistan
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July 21, 2025
- Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Jul 21 (APP):Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, said Monday that the Competition Commission of Pakistan’s new management, appointed in August 2023, has introduced key reforms to...
National roadmap to drive Oman’s circular economy transition
Muscat Daily
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July 21, 2025
Muscat – Oman has begun preparing a national roadmap for the circular economy, marking a key step in aligning its economic model with sustainability goals and low-carbon development. Ministry of Economy hosted the second workshop of the Circular...
Lisa McClain highlights economic growth and Taiwan bill in recent posts
Pontiac Times - Michigan
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July 21, 2025
Lisa McClain U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan | Official U.S. House headshotLisa McClain U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan | Official U.S. House headshot U.S. Representative Lisa McClain, who serves Michigan’s 9th district,...