President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has said his country will not fold its hands while the United States imposes what he called unfair tariffs on Brazilian goods. …
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Adesina Promises to Keep Supporting Africa’s Growth After AfDB Tenure Ends
The President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, has said he will continue to push for more capital investments into Africa even after stepping down from his …
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Libya Urges Schlumberger to Open Oil Equipment Factories
The Chairman of Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC), Engr. Masoud Suleiman, has called on Schlumberger Middle East (SLB), one of the world’s leading oilfield service companies, to establish branches of …
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South Africa Plans Response to Looming U.S. Import Tariffs
The South African government has begun putting together a comprehensive response plan to deal with the growing uncertainty caused by the possible collapse of trade talks with the United States. …
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Lesotho Begs US to Cut Tariff on Exports Further
The Government of Lesotho has said it will continue to negotiate with the United States to reduce the high tariffs placed on its exports, especially in the textile and clothing …
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Iran Dismisses Western Pressure Over Missile Program
The government of Iran has strongly rejected any attempt by Western countries to include its missile programme or regional military actions in ongoing nuclear negotiations. This firm stance was made …
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Portugal Plans €137m Power Upgrade After Blackout
The Government of Portugal has announced a major plan to boost the country’s electricity system after a massive blackout in April disrupted power supply across Portugal and Spain, leaving millions …
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African Countries Worry as UK Reduces Foreign Aid Budget Again
The United Kingdom’s decision to cut down its foreign aid budget even further has sparked serious concerns across Africa, with experts warning that the move could affect key development programmes …
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Africa Must Demand Dignity in Global Diplomacy
The recent statement by the Zambian government urging its citizens in the United States to return home voluntarily has raised serious questions about Africa’s standing in global diplomacy. The announcement …
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FCMB, ICC Nigeria Call for Sustainable Solutions to Boost Nigerian Businesses in Global Trade
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) and the International Chamber of Commerce Nigeria (ICCN) Banking Commission have jointly called for sustainable strategies that will empower Nigerian businesses to seize global trade …