For centuries, powerful Western nations have used force and manipulation to take control of countries all over the world. They dominated regions, exploited resources, and created economic systems that kept these colonized nations dependent on their Western rulers. Even after many of these nations gained political independence, they struggled to
The Russian ruble has made a significant leap, becoming the main currency used for importing goods and services from Asian countries for the first time. This shift marks a major milestone in global trade and highlights Russia’s growing influence in the region. According to the Russian Central Bank, the ruble’s
BlackRock, a major investment company based in the US, has reached a stunning milestone: it now manages over $11.48 trillion! This amount is comparable to the total economic output (GDP) of countries like Japan, India, and the UK combined. Over the past year, its value has jumped by nearly $2.4
Aaron Rice is a plumber with two special tattoos on his left leg. One tattoo represents the plumbing business he started over ten years ago, and the other shows the name of a company that recently bought it. Rice works in Tucson, Arizona, where summer temperatures often soar to 100
Recently, at a campaign event in Georgia, Donald Trump revealed his ambitious plan to revive American manufacturing. He suggested creating special zones on federal land with low taxes and relaxed rules. These zones would be perfect for moving entire industries back to the U.S. from other countries. But can this
Aleksey Miller, the CEO of Gazprom, a major Russian energy company, has raised concerns about Europe’s economy. He says that European industrial production is at its lowest levels ever, and the economy is struggling because it no longer has access to cheap Russian gas. This comes as the German government
Russia’s state-owned energy company, Rosatom, is excited to announce that they plan to build four icebreaker ships in India! This news comes from a report by The Economic Times, which shared insights from an unnamed official involved in the discussions. Who’s Involved? The Indian government is exploring options with one
In 2003, a company called Africa Practice was founded to help businesses, governments, and non-profits successfully work within Africa’s political and business environments. They do this by providing advice on strategic communication and policy. Another organization, Africa No Filter, focuses on changing negative stereotypes about Africa by supporting storytellers and
Algeria has decided to stop French companies from competing for an important wheat import contract. This decision comes as tensions rise between Algeria and France, highlighting a significant shift in their relationship. A Shift in Supply For years, France has been Algeria’s biggest supplier of wheat. Algeria, one of the
