As Asia grows its digital payment infrastructure, more than just card payments have become available, creating a surge in use of non-card payment systems.
AI could increase GDP in the region by nearly 0.5% annually if it is properly prepared, but it will only add 0.2% of GDP in the next decade.
Children under two account for 83% of severe acute malnutrition cases in Afghanistan, as poor diets and rising food insecurity push the country toward a deepening wasting crisis ahead of peak season.
The world has achieved a historic reduction in extreme poverty, but progress is becoming increasingly uneven. With poverty rising in many countries and the global rate potentially reaching 15% by 2050, decades of development gains face a serious risk of reversal.
Europe has abundant savings, but fragmented financial markets prevent capital from reaching high-potential businesses and innovative startups. An IMF analysis suggests that deeper integration of banking, venture capital, pension funds and insurance markets could raise EU GDP by around 2% from banking reforms alone and potentially close to 3% with broader financial reforms.
A major topic of bilateral aid for many years, health ranked third for volume of funds in 2024 (USD 17.6 billion), after humanitarian aid only and aid for government/civil society. But that position is declining rapidly.
The Fed's ninth straight hold came with its most divided vote since 2016, and the hawkish undertone is already tightening India's currency, equity, and borrowing conditions across seven sectors.
A comprehensive analysis of how hub-and-spoke networks have evolved in global maritime shipping over the last twenty years.
President Taye addresses debt relief and the milestone of the GERD at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
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At the World Economic Forum's Summer Davos in Dalian, World Bank data shows China's total goods and services exports at $3.77 trillion, up from virtually nothing in 1980. Renewable energy exports hit 68GW in March 2026 and EV exports reached $9.1 billion monthly, up from under $1 billion in 2022. Yet retail sales growth was just 0.2% year-over-year in April 2026, the lowest since 2022. China targets 5% GDP growth in 2026 as it balances dominance in manufacturing and clean energy with slowing domestic consumption.
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The world bodies like the International Labour Organization (ILO), World Bank, and World Economic Forum (WEF) have come up with detailed figures that show the potential as well as the obstacles of investing investment into good employment opportunities in the world. The ILO in its World Employment and Social Outlook Update 2025 has reduced its expectations to create 53 million new jobs from the initial projection of 60 million new jobs in the world.
The growth in the global economy in the future is becoming more focused on sectors that are propelled by technological innovations, sustainability needs, healthcare growth, and the development of digital infrastructure in 2025. According to the Global Industry Projections and the Future of Jobs Report 2025 by the World Economic Forum, the demand for AI specialists, data scientists, machine-learning engineers, and AI governance professionals has been growing at a rapid rate, making AI an influential force in the economy and the main source of high-skilled jobs.
India’s handloom exports are booming globally. Discover how govt schemes like NHDP, India Handloom Brand & GI tags are helping weavers reach international markets with sustainable products.
Water crosses borders. Learn how UNECE & UNISDR’s guide uses IWRM and DRM to manage floods, droughts & climate risk through cross-border cooperation and early warning.
India’s GDP ranking slipped from 4th to 6th in 2026. Learn why rupee depreciation, base year revision & global factors caused it, and what it means for growth.
