Economics, Policy & Regulation
Whatever Happened to Romania?
Romania’s economy is struggling in 2026 amid a political crisis, rising inflation, and falling foreign investment. Find out what went wrong.
Emerging & Frontier Markets
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Technology
East Africa Moves to Create Payments Market
East Africa integrates national payment systems to boost cross-border trade and lower financial friction under the EAC Masterplan.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
G-24 Urges Inclusive Growth and Debt Reform at Bangkok Meetings
The G-24 highlights sovereign debt restructuring and job-rich economic growth during the IMF and World Bank annual meeting.
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Techcombank Doubles Down on AI and Talent to Drive Vietnam’s New Growth Phase
As Vietnam’s economy evolves towards a more digital, affluent and capital intensive future, Techcombank is investing heavily in AI, data and talent to expand beyond traditional banking. CEO Dr Jens Lottner explains how the bank is positioning itself at the centre of this next phase of growth – across wealth management, infrastructure financing and capital markets.
Features
After Bangkok Floods, IMF and World Bank Weigh Global Risks
IMF and World Bank's annual meeting explores economic resilience amid climate risk, debt pressure, and AI.
Capital Raising & Corporate Finance
Pakistan’s Long Road to Recovery
Emergency financing and debt rollovers have given Islamabad crucial breathing room for growth.
Emerging & Frontier Markets
Gulf Aims to Revive Syrian Trade Corridor to North Africa
The Iran conflict is bringing Syria back onto the MENA business map.
Emerging & Frontier Markets
Middle East Banks Grow African Presence
Africa’s position as a corridor for capital, trade, and investment is capturing the attention of Middle Eastern banks. For decades, the continent...
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BSIC Sénégal: Bridging Innovation and Financial Inclusion in Africa
Sami Gargouri, Directeur Général, discusses how BSIC Sénégal plays a pivotal role in the BSIC Group's pan-African strategy—driving innovation, supporting SMEs, and fostering financial inclusion across the Sahel-Sahara region.
Features
Gulf Investors Fill Africa’s Infrastructure Gap
Gulf investors are rapidly reshaping Africa’s investment landscape, committing billions of dollars to ports, transport corridors, logistics, renewable energy, and...
Features
Lithuania: Punching Above Its Weight
Between 1240 and 1795, the Grand Duchy of Lithuania was one of Eastern Europe’s largest states, encompassing parts of modern-day...
News
IMF Won’t Participate in Venezuela Debt Restructuring
After announcing its resumption of its dealings with Venezuela under acting president Delcy Rodriguez on April 14, the International Monetary...
Emerging & Frontier Markets
Sri Lanka: FDI Is on the Rise
Sri Lanka hits record $1.06 billion FDI, signaling a historic economic rebound despite recent natural disasters.
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Leading Innovation and Digital Transformation in Serbia
Digital innovation in retail and SME products and user experience has driven success for Raiffeisen banka a.d. Beograd. Zoran Petrovic, Chairman of the Managing Board, reveals how the bank simplified processes, increased efficiencies, and attracted new clients as part of its bold, ongoing transformation journey.
Emerging & Frontier Markets
Ghana Gambles on Gold Royalties
Six governments object as Ghana ties gold royalties directly to soaring bullion prices globally.