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Colombian coffee boost presents opportunity for reform

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COLOMBIA

A recent boost for Colombian coffee could provide space for much-needed reform.

India's digital labour platforms set for strong growth

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INDIA

This boom is expected to continue post-pandemic thanks to the country’s large mass of underemployed and unemployed workers -- especially youth workers with some education -- and…

Romania cannot replace Ukrainian agriculture overnight

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ROMANIA

Raising the availability and quality of inputs, training the labour force properly, using digital tools in operations, achieving energy self-sufficiency from renewables and…

South African budget plans may prove too ambitious

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SOUTH AFRICA

However, the MTBPS relies even more heavily on getting powerful public-sector unions to agree to unprecedented wage freezes over the next three years, putting its credibility in…

Iran will see a decline in manufacturing output

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IRAN

The consequences of renewed US sanctions on Iranian domestic manufacturing

China's boom in entrepreneurship comes at a heavy cost

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CHINA

Entrepreneurship in China.

Mexico’s population growth potential may be missed

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MEXICO

Economic growth has been meagre for decades despite increases in the working-age population.

Automation will ease China’s demographic burden

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CHINA

Automation and demographic ageing in China.

US ports inefficiencies are adding to logistics costs

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US

Ports are key links in US supply chains and, as part of the broader logistics sector, have a significant role in job creation and fostering regional economic development. However…

African digital economy faces uneven outlook

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AFRICA

This is attributable to relatively low internet penetration, the limited number of digital platforms and e-commerce businesses, and low investment and digital skills levels. These…