Nigel Clarke, Jamaica's Minister of Finance and the Public Service, emphasised in a recent interview that African nations must prioritise fiscal sustainability to avert potential economic instabili…
Taiwan's Defence Minister conducted a rare visit to Taiping Island, a disputed territory in the South China Sea, as China conducted military drills nearby. The visit by Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng come…
Oil prices have surged by 4% amid escalating tensions between Tehran and Washington, impacting global markets and causing ripples in Nigeria. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global …
Taiwan has finalised a $5.66 billion arms purchase agreement with the United States, a move that is set to heighten geopolitical tensions in the Asia-Pacific region. The deal, announced on Monday, …
Portugal's latest move towards boosting its energy independence has sent ripples across Europe, reaching as far as Nigeria. On 15 October, Portugal announced a strategic partnership with Spain to e…
The Banco de Portugal is implementing measures to 'cool down' credit, aiming to prevent overheating in the Portuguese lending market. This decision, announced on November 14, 2023, in Lisbon, follo…
Landlocked countries, with no direct access to the ocean, often face unique economic challenges. Among these, the ten largest landlocked nations include Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Chad. While these …
The U.S. Senate has adopted a Republican-backed budget, dismissing proposals aimed at enhancing affordability, a decision that could ripple across global markets, including Nigeria. Passed on Thurs…
The European Union has announced its largest financial contribution to the African Union Mission in Somalia (Aussom), aiming to bolster stability in the region. This major funding initiative was co…
The African Union (AU) is urging a swift diplomatic reset between Niger and Benin as tensions threaten regional stability. With a narrow window for negotiations, the AU is actively engaging both co…
In a recent move by the French government, the requirement for Indian passport holders to obtain a transit visa has been abolished. This decision, announced by The Embassy of France…
Undercover filming by the BBC has unveiled the alarming sale of illegal drugs including cocaine, cannabis, and prescription medications in High Street mini-marts. This revelation, stemming from sec…
