The head of the International Energy Agency warns that oil disruptions will double this month, affecting Europe, while the UK government continues contingency planning for the economic fallout from the Middle East crisis. Germany's economic growth forecast has been cut from 1.3% to 0.6% due to the Iran war, the Czech National Bank discusses mitigating impacts, and Romania and the Netherlands see a surge in electric and hybrid car registrations due to rising fuel prices.
Greece's Minister of National Economy and Finance, Kostis Pierrakakis, highlighted the MSCI upgrade of the Greek capital market as strong international recognition of the country's progress, signifying Greece's return to the core of developed economies in both government bonds and capital markets. This move, confirmed by Morgan Stanley, is seen as a milestone in the nation's economic recovery.
The Catholic Church and non-governmental organizations in Iligan City, Philippines, are voicing strong opposition to the national government's plan to privatize the operations of the Agus and Pulangi hydroelectric power plants.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced work-from-home arrangements for the public sector and government-linked companies starting April 15, aimed at easing energy strain.
The Georgian Dream government has ordered the Ministry of Education to allocate GEL 43,035,000 (approximately USD 16 million) to educational institutions affiliated with the Georgian Orthodox Patriarchate, according to a decree signed on March 26.
A UK Member of Parliament, who chairs a committee, has rejected Palantir's assertion that criticism of its £330 million NHS England data deal is 'ideologically motivated,' noting that the government sought guidance on exiting the contract.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra exchanged sharp criticisms during the Assam election campaign, with Modi accusing Congress of being the "root cause of corruption" and Gandhi labeling the government as 'double-ghulami' and Modi as a 'slave' of the US.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has indicated that if the bourgeois bloc wins re-election, he is open to giving the Sweden Democrats 'important posts' in a future majority government.
The independent inquiry into Hong Kong's deadly Tai Po blaze continues, with a property management employee testifying that a consultant knew about government inspections a week prior, while the inquiry also focuses on deactivated fire alarms and water supply issues.
The provincial government of Pangasinan, Philippines, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to implement a project focused on building community resilience.
Professor Godfred Bokpin, an economist at the University of Ghana, has supported calls for the government to reduce taxes on petroleum products to help cushion consumers against rising fuel costs.
Joe Jackson, Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, has advised the Ghanaian government to exercise restraint regarding calls to remove taxes on fuel, despite growing public pressure.
The Ghanaian government has initiated a nationwide assessment of the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) program, which will delay first-quarter payments by two weeks, as part of reforms to expand support to vulnerable households.
The British High Commission confirmed that Britain does not advise against travel to Cyprus, clarifying its position after several British media outlets incorrectly suggested the UK government was warning against travel.
The Philippine government has set a P50 per kilo price ceiling for imported rice and is taking measures to protect consumers, as soaring fuel costs from the Middle East conflict are causing commodity price increases and impacting local livelihoods, with oil companies announcing significant price hikes for diesel and gasoline.
The American Heart Association has released new nutrition guidance, urging people to adopt diets favoring plant-based proteins over meat and replacing full-fat dairy with lower-fat alternatives for better heart health, a stance that contrasts with some US government guidelines.
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato – The Kidapawan City government in Cotabato province rejected calls for a fare hike, but will extend a P1,000 monthly fuel subsidy for each tricycle driver until…
Senator Ted Cruz was seen boarding a flight at Fort Lauderdale airport in South Florida, reportedly on vacation, while a government shutdown has left many travelers stranded.
PassionAir has announced the implementation of an Airport Infrastructure Development Charge (AIDC) starting April 1, aligning with Ghana's government program for airport infrastructure modernization.
President Lee Jae Myung called on the government to transparently disclose supply and demand conditions for major items to the public to prevent unnecessary market confusion, as the conflict involving Iran fuels concerns over supply chains.
