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High-Level Talks Drive Momentum Negotiations for the long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the European Union and India have gained significant traction, with both sides aiming to finalize the deal by the end of 2025. The 10th round of discussions is scheduled to take place in Brussels from March 10–14, focusing on critical areas such […]

The Bank of England (BoE) has issued a cautionary note on the UK’s inflation trajectory, warning that rising wage pressures could lead to a longer period of high inflation than previously anticipated. This development complicates the central bank’s monetary policy outlook as it aims to balance economic growth with price stability. Inflation on the Rise

Shein, the fast-fashion giant, is rapidly evolving its supply chain strategy in response to shifting global trade policies. Traditionally reliant on Chinese manufacturing, the company is now diversifying its supply chain to mitigate risks from geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and regulatory scrutiny. Expanding Beyond China With increased scrutiny from U.S. and European regulators over

Analysts suggest that China should limit its economic reliance on Russia due to concerns about overdependence, geopolitical risks, and economic asymmetry. While trade between the two countries has grown significantly—especially after Western sanctions on Russia—there are key structural issues that may pose long-term risks for China. Growing Dependence on Russian Energy China has increased imports

Goldman Sachs has projected that India’s GDP growth will slow to 6.3% in 2025, primarily due to continued fiscal consolidation and the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) macro-prudential tightening. Despite the slowdown, India’s long-term structural growth remains strong, and the country is expected to be somewhat insulated from global trade tensions, particularly between the U.S.

Beijing, China – A high-profile delegation of Japanese business leaders met with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Beijing, signaling a renewed effort to strengthen economic ties between the two nations despite ongoing global trade tensions. The meeting, held at the Great Hall of the People, brought together influential figures from Japan’s corporate sector, including

China has intensified its trade negotiations and economic partnerships as potential tariff increases loom under former U.S. President Donald Trump’s renewed trade war rhetoric. With Trump’s threats of imposing tariffs of up to 25% on Chinese imports if he wins the 2024 election, Beijing is proactively strengthening economic ties with other nations to mitigate risks.

The AI investment landscape remains strong in 2025, driven by increasing demand for AI infrastructure, specialized chips, and edge computing. Key Growth Drivers Investment Outlook The AI boom is far from over—investment is shifting from large-scale model training to efficiency-driven, real-world AI applications.

Microsoft’s Stance on AI Chip Export Controls Microsoft has urged the U.S. government to reconsider its latest AI chip export restrictions, warning that such measures may have unintended consequences on innovation and economic competitiveness. The U.S. recently tightened export controls, further limiting China’s access to advanced AI chips and technology. While the policy aims to

Trade tensions between the United States and China have reached a new high as both nations imposed fresh tariffs and economic restrictions, creating ripple effects across global markets. The latest escalation follows the Biden administration’s decision to levy a 10% tariff on Chinese imports, citing concerns over unfair trade practices and China’s role in the