- Combating climate change demands global collaboration and collective action, European Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms Elisa Ferreira tells TRENDS in...
Combating climate change demands global collaboration and collective action, European Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms Elisa Ferreira tells TRENDS in an interview
She highlights the need for a global sustainability approach, emphasizing localized transitions, inclusivity, and the urgency of shifting to sustainable development
- Beijing, China - China announced on Tuesday a 1 trillion yuan ($137 billion) sovereign bond issuance, state media said, in a...
The funds will be distributed to local governments to support national disaster prevention and recovery, state news agency Xinhua said.
Zhang Zhiwei of Pinpoint Asset Management said the move was "highly unusual" and "came to the market as a surprise".
- BEIJING, CHINA - China's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 4.9 percent year-on-year in the third quarter, surpassing economists' predictions...
Analysts believe China is on track to meet its annual growth target of approximately 5 percent this year.
Data from China’s National Bureau of Statistics revealed a 5.2 percent growth for the first three quarters.
- Ajay Banga was speaking at the annual Future Investment Initiative, often referred to as "Davos in the Desert". More than...
While commenting on Israeli-Gaza war at FII summit, the World Bank president said, "we're at a very dangerous juncture"
More than 5,000 Palestinians, mainly civilians, have been killed across the Gaza Strip in retaliatory Israeli bombardments
- Deforestation last year was over 20 percent higher than it should have been to meet the leaders' pledge, with 6.6...
In 2021, leaders from over 100 countries and territories -- representing the vast majority of the world's forests -- pledged to stop and reverse forest loss by 2030
An annual assessment released Tuesday found global deforestation actually increased by four percent last year, and the world remains well off track to meet the 2030 commitment
- From the metaverse allowing virtual experiences to the use of AI in training, Jamaica is at the forefront of integrating...
From the metaverse allowing virtual experiences to the use of AI in training, Jamaica is at the forefront of integrating technology into its tourism sector, says minister.
Jamaica is enhancing its tourism workforce with the Jamaica Centre for Tourism Innovation, amid a rise in South-South tech-tourism collaborations, adds Edmund Bartlett.
- "The UAE's financial markets are proactively broadening sustainable finance options. The Dubai Financial Market has rolled out regulatory frameworks for...
The UAE remains dedicated to addressing climate change and creating a sustainable future with its ambitious goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
The local market sees the launch of green bonds, amplifying sustainable finance in the region and reflecting the UAE's commitment to developing new asset classes
- ABU DHABI, UAE - Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) Group, the integrated trade, logistics, and industrial hub of Abu...
KEZAD’s industrial ecosystem is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure which perfectly supports Advanced Petro Services’ 24,000 sqm facility.
The CEO of KEZAD Group said APS is well-positioned to make a significant impact in the broader Abu Dhabi industrial landscape.
- RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – A total of 52 memorandums of understanding (MoUs) were signed at the Saudi-Korean Investment Forum here....
The private sector inked 48 MoUs in sectors ranging from transportation, tourism, energy, technology, infrastructure and cybersecurity.
The pacts aim to enhance investments between Saudi Arabia and South Korea which reflect the efforts towards collaboration between the two nations.
- MoU to enhance digital solutions for efficiency.
The MoU will help to integrate efforts and exchange experiences to improve the level of services provided to various groups and segments of society.
The two parties will focus on developing an operational mechanism aimed at ensuring a reliable and effective communication network for Dubai Customs,





















