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euronews
1 week ago
EU data protection

EU denounces Iraqi law threatening LGBTQ+ community with prison

The Iraqi parliament passed anti-LGBTQ+ legislation imposing harsh penalties on same-sex relationships.
The European Union and the US State Department have expressed concerns over the law's violations of international rights and potential impact on foreign investment. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago
EU data protection

Global confidence falls in UK low-carbon vehicle market,

Foreign investment in low-carbon vehicle innovation in the UK has significantly dropped over the past five years.
The total number of low-carbon patents in the UK has decreased by 79% since 2015. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
Coffee

Ethiopia opens door for prized coffee exports to foreigners

Ethiopia allows foreign companies to buy coffee directly from farmers and processors, a move to liberalize the economy. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
World news

China's Xi to meet foreign business leaders amid jitters over economy

High-profile executives meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing to discuss foreign investment.
The meeting signifies China's efforts to address negative perceptions and reassure global companies and investors of their importance. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
World news

China's leaders announce a push to jumpstart economy, but say it won't be easy

China aims for 5% economic growth, introduces fiscal austerity measures
Plans to issue 1 trillion renminbi in special bonds for funding shortages [ more ]
Slate Magazine
5 months ago
World news

Good News About Biden's Meeting With the President of China

The meeting between Biden and Xi resulted in the resumption of communications between U.S. and Chinese military officers
Xi agreed to significantly reduce China's export of fentanyl
Xi attended a business dinner with over 300 U.S. business executives [ more ]
Coindesk
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

Nayib Bukele Update on El Salvador Bitcoin Holdings Shows Growing Stack

El Salvador increased its bitcoin holdings to over 5,700 BTC, worth more than $400 million.
The country uses various methods to acquire bitcoins, including selling passports and eliminating income tax on foreign money. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

El Salvador Axes Income Tax for Investments From Abroad

El Salvador eliminates income tax on money from abroad
El Salvador aims to attract foreign investment and bitcoin enthusiasts [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

Ireland opens its arms to tech titans, yet shuts its eyes to failing public services | John Naughton

Whitaker led Ireland's economic transformation by embracing free trade and welcoming foreign capital.
Joining the European Economic Community in 1973 further boosted Ireland's economic success. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
1 month ago
Business

Why big investors have fallen in love with the Japanese stock market after more than 30 years

The Nikkei 225 index reached historical highs above 40,000 points after three decades of deflation and negative rates.
Moderate inflation in Japan is aiding in boosting confidence for companies to invest and encouraging consumer spending. [ more ]
TechCrunch
3 months ago
Venture

Homegrown African VCs emerge to fill in the gaps foreign investors cannot | TechCrunch

The African startup scene is expanding beyond traditional markets, leading to a need for more local fund managers.
Foreign investment in African startups has been a double-edged sword, highlighting the need for more local fund managers for sustainability. [ more ]
WSJ
3 months ago
Growth hacking

Chinese Premier Makes Surprise Economic Growth Reveal

Chinese Premier Li Qiang hints at China's GDP growth figures
China seeks to reassure global investors [ more ]
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