A brief overview of recent business news from The Economist's "The World This Week" section, covering updates from early to mid-September 2023. Read more...

The UK navigates ambitious climate targets, debates defense spending, considers changes to child benefits, and grapples with single-sex space policies amid rising birthrates in South Korea. Read more...

Recent news highlights the intricate relationships between Trump, Putin, and Ukraine, involving peace talks, defense spending, and even invitations to oligarchs. Read more...

A look at the evolving business environment in Spain, covering licensing requirements, electronic invoicing deadlines, the pension system, and the pursuit of gender equality in the workplace. Read more...

From Musk joining Trump's cabinet to Starmer increasing defense spending and Bezos influencing the Washington Post, global politics are in flux. Canada's Liberals also see a surge due to anti-Trump sentiment. Read more...

Recent political developments include discussions on Ukraine, increased UK defense spending, and the growing importance of the north of England in British politics. Read more...

The World Bank projects Azerbaijan's GDP growth and outlines steps for meeting climate goals. Also, the Middle Corridor development is expected to improve global market access. Read more...

Recent developments involving Trump, Zelensky, and Starmer highlight ongoing tensions and shifting priorities, from trade tariffs and diplomatic relations to defense spending. Read more...

Iran's economy presents a mixed picture in early March 2025, with GDP growth and focus on flare gas collection contrasting with declining non-oil exports from Isfahan Province. IRENEX also announced products for sale. Read more...

King Felipe VI was awarded an honorary doctorate and stressed the importance of clear legal language and regulation of emerging technologies. Plus, political figures clash over justice and fiscal policy. Read more...

Malaysia's Prime Minister credits the country's 5.1% GDP growth and Bursa Malaysia's performance for the stellar dividends from ASB and EPF, even as financial heavyweights face selling pressure. Read more...

Global markets face volatility as commodities outperform amidst broader losses. The Dow plunges, while a weakening USD reflects slowing US economic growth. Read more...

Malaysia plans to extend QR code immigration clearance to car users at Johor checkpoints. Discussions in Dewan Rakyat also focused on EPF contributions for non-citizens and GDP growth. Read more...

Zelensky seeks security guarantees for Kyiv as a raw materials deal falls through. Also, a mother is investigated for child abuse after a video surfaces. Read more...

The Czech Republic faces challenges in meeting waste sorting targets and modernizing its military, while Prime Minister Fiala champions increased support for Ukraine. Read more...

Roberto Setubal, a co-chairman at Itaú, has filed a police report against his ex-wife, Daniela Fagundes, for alleged assault. Meanwhile, Brazil's GDP is projected to show strong growth. Read more...

This article covers the latest developments in global trade, from Trump's tariffs on European goods and neighboring countries to the EBRD's optimistic outlook for Tajikistan's infrastructure-led growth. It also touches on the Middle Corridor's progress and challenges faced by European defense firms. Read more...

The Czech Republic faces rising national debt and critical staffing shortages in essential sectors like healthcare and care facilities, posing challenges for the country's economic stability and social services. Read more...

Turkmenistan is showing positive economic signs in early 2025, with increased cement production, efforts to secure resources for Turkmengaz, a thriving waste recycling plant, and projected GDP growth. Read more...

Kroger CEO resigns after conduct inquiry, while China targets ambitious 5% growth amidst US tariff pressures. Plus, a deep dive into a massive deepfake fraud scheme. Read more...