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Pakistan plans to eliminate interest rates from economy by 2027

The Security and Exchange Commission of Pakistan and SBP are working together on reforms to promote the Islamic finance sector…reports Asian Lite News The aim is to eliminate interest from the country’s

May 30, 2023

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Youth unemployment on rise in India

Some analysts have described the situation a “time bomb”, warning of the potential for social unrest unless more employment can be created…reports Asian Lite News Youth unemployment in India is climbing sharply,

May 29, 2023

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Biden, Republicans reach debt ceiling deal

Key negotiators struck an agreement in principle Saturday night to extend the debt ceiling and avert a catastrophic default…reports Asian Lite News US White House and House Republicans have reached an “agreement

May 27, 2023

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Singapore at high risk of technical recession

Singapore’s small and open economy relies heavily on trade, but external demand has been weakening amid a slowdown in the global economy…reports Asian Lite News After Germany entered recession, Singapore fears slipping

May 26, 2023

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Biden, McCarthy narrow in on deal to lift debt ceiling

The Democratic president and Republican speaker hope to strike a budget compromise this weekend…reports Asian Lite News Days from a deadline, President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy are narrowing in

May 26, 2023

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Quick-commerce spurs gig jobs in India

Job postings on the portal for delivery executives also shot up by 17 per cent in the same period….reports Asian Lite News With the expansion of quick-commerce services, the delivery jobs are

May 26, 2023

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Indian e-commerce to grow 1000% by 2030

The domestic e-commerce market is likely to witness a 10-fold hike – from the current levels of 4-billion parcels delivered per annum to 40 billion per year by 2030….reports Asian Lite News

May 26, 2023

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78 UAE projects supercharge COP28 ambitions

The Cabinet approved national strategies to reduce carbon and regulate the use of solar energy products, sustainable tourism and other initiatives….reports Asian Lite News The UAE cabinet, chaired by His Highness Sheikh

May 25, 2023

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Africa Hospitality Investment Forum to address global risks

The AHIF program will cover a wide range of topics, including global risks and their impact on Africa’s hospitality industry…reports Asian Lite News With the agenda of the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum

May 24, 2023

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Inaugural West Africa Deal Summit explores investment opportunities

The event which brought together over 200 delegates from across West Africa saw the issuing of a joint statement and the launch of Catalytic Capital Africa (2CAfrica)…reports Asian Lite News Impact Investing

May 24, 2023

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