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"How the World Ran Out of Everything," "Recentering Learning"

The COVID-19 pandemic revealed vulnerabilities in global supply chains that need to be addressed through better understanding and policy reform.
#china

Trump's win is already scrambling supply chains

Trump's election victory is prompting immediate shifts in global supply chains as companies prepare for pending trade policy changes.

China relies on Red Sea shipping, but its response to Houthi ship attacks is muted

Houthis target commercial ships in Red Sea
China's response to Red Sea crisis

Decoding China: How Beijing deals with the Houthis DW 01/26/2024

China is losing patience with the Houthi rebel group in Yemen and has asked Iran to rein in attacks on ships in the Red Sea.
China is concerned about the impact of the attacks on its business ties with Tehran and is calling for safe passage for ships to maintain global supply chains.

Trump's win is already scrambling supply chains

Trump's election victory is prompting immediate shifts in global supply chains as companies prepare for pending trade policy changes.

China relies on Red Sea shipping, but its response to Houthi ship attacks is muted

Houthis target commercial ships in Red Sea
China's response to Red Sea crisis

Decoding China: How Beijing deals with the Houthis DW 01/26/2024

China is losing patience with the Houthi rebel group in Yemen and has asked Iran to rein in attacks on ships in the Red Sea.
China is concerned about the impact of the attacks on its business ties with Tehran and is calling for safe passage for ships to maintain global supply chains.
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from Big Think
1 week ago
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Inside the world's most important company

The microchip industry is crucial for modern technology and is mainly controlled by few dominant companies.

Japan's semiconductor sector: What's behind the chip reboot? DW 04/29/2024

Japan significantly increased semiconductor investment surpassing other major countries in GDP proportion.

Inside the world's most important company

The microchip industry is crucial for modern technology and is mainly controlled by few dominant companies.

Japan's semiconductor sector: What's behind the chip reboot? DW 04/29/2024

Japan significantly increased semiconductor investment surpassing other major countries in GDP proportion.
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CAPA Manager Software: Automate Business Improvements Seamlessly

CAPA Manager software automates improvement processes and enhances operational efficiency.

Exploring the Innovations in Container Handling Equipment

Innovations in container handling equipment and technology are transforming global supply chains, focusing on efficiency, safety, and operational effectiveness.
#labor-exploitation

World Wide Waves: an interview with Laleh Kahlili

Shipping is crucial for capitalism and embodies systemic exploitation of labor in global supply chains.

How AI could help fight human trafficking

Emerging AI tools improve anti-trafficking efforts with high accuracy
Collaboration needed for effective anti-trafficking strategies

World Wide Waves: an interview with Laleh Kahlili

Shipping is crucial for capitalism and embodies systemic exploitation of labor in global supply chains.

How AI could help fight human trafficking

Emerging AI tools improve anti-trafficking efforts with high accuracy
Collaboration needed for effective anti-trafficking strategies
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How Latin America became the leading place to do business in 2024 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Businesses should consider expanding operations into Latin America due to changing dynamics in China and the potential for increased opportunities.

Opinion | We Can Buy Sustainable Food. Why Can't We Buy Sustainable Batteries?

The decline in domestic mining has led to the outsourcing of environmental and social costs to lower-income nations.

Interview: EU data chief Ulrich Ahle on obstacles to Europe's digital single market | Computer Weekly

Gaia-X aims to establish a data-sharing ecosystem with universal interoperability, integrating companies, public bodies, and individuals across borders.

Samsung Electronics union calls first-ever strike

Samsung Electronics faces its first strike by workers since its founding over five decades ago.

Logistics Report: Amazon Resumes Building Logistics; America's Energy Port is Expanding

Nvidia's chip sales and AI-driven profit soared.
Marks & Spencer reported highest profit in over 10 years due to supply chain upgrades.
Gartner ranks Schneider Electric as top global supply chain for the xth time.

Your Mother's Day flowers could be more expensive this year. Here's why

Floods in Kenya impact flower supply, affecting horticulture revenue and increase flower prices globally, demonstrating climate change impact on supply chains.

US economy: GDP growth slows to 1.6% in first quarter DW 04/25/2024

US economy grew less than expected in Q1 2024, raising concerns for Biden's re-election. Inflation down but prices still high.

Surprising Effects of the Middle East Conflict Felt Far Away : State of the World from NPR

Seeking skilled laborers for Israel from India
Concerns about global supply chains and tea shortage in the UK
from www.theguardian.com
3 months ago

How Taiwan secured semiconductor supremacy and why it won't give it up

Hsinchu Science Park in Taiwan is a tech-focused hub known as Taiwan's Silicon Valley, dominating the global semiconductor industry.

Economist suggests storing grain to prepare for next global emergency

Isabella Weber proposes buffer stocks of grain to prevent food shortages and price gouging during disruptions of global supply chains.
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