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Over the past few decades, globalization has driven nations toward deeper interdependence—through trade and investment and the seamless flow of information and IT enabled services. However, the current wave of tariffs imposed on China by the United States signals a pivotal shift. We may be entering a new phase in the global economic order. The…
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) fuel economic growth by cutting tariffs and opening markets, yet they miss a critical inefficiency: labor market disparities tied to racial or ethnic factors that sap productivity and growth. Trade isn’t just goods—it’s the workers powering innovation and supply chains. When hiring biases and wage gaps limit talent based on demographics, economies lose billions—up to 4% of GDP in advanced nations, per the IMF. FTAs, designed to maximize prosperity, can’t ignore this drag. Adjusting them to address these gaps could unlock significant gains in efficiency and output.
The United Kingdom and India are on the verge of finalizing a long-negotiated Free Trade Agreement (FTA), a deal that could redefine their economic partnership. While both nations stand to gain, Britain—more than India—is in urgent need of this agreement. In a post-Brexit landscape marked by sluggish growth and deteriorating trade ties with the European…
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The transatlantic alliance is no longer the pillar of global economic power. Once dominant, it now struggles with stagnation, while emerging economies reshape trade, finance, and diplomacy in a multipolar world. For decades, the world was defined by the economic and geopolitical dominance of the United States and Western Europe. Today, that order is unraveling….
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For centuries, economic systems have depended on human decision-making, regulatory institutions, and ideological frameworks to manage resource allocation, production, and distribution. Capitalism uses market forces, socialism depends on planning, and mixed economies attempt a balance. But a new paradigm is emerging—AI-driven economic governance—where supercomputers and real-time data analytics play a central role in optimizing efficiency,…
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Deregulation, tax reforms, and pro-business policies continue to shape economic discourse worldwide. While governments across developed and emerging economies have undertaken significant regulatory reforms—ranging from the UK’s post-Brexit adjustments to India’s ongoing business compliance simplifications—the conversation around bureaucratic inefficiencies, compliance costs, and regulatory bottlenecks remains critical. One of the most transformative levers of deregulation today…
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India’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have emerged as a transformative force in shaping the country’s economic future. Beyond their role in exports and GDP contribution, MSMEs have become a dynamic platform for fostering innovation, inclusivity, and regional economic integration. Growth and Export Performance Over the past few years, India’s MSME sector has witnessed…
Manmohan’s contributions to the India’s industrial economy is often perceived by the popular media in terms of the New Industrial Policy(1990);in fact, it was more broadbased. Beyond his roles as a bureaucrat-turned-politician, Dr. Singh inspired generations of budding economists.
Muscat, December 9, 2024 – The Sultanate of Oman hosted a high-level regional meeting today, marking 30 years since the adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a global framework for advancing women’s rights and gender equality. The event brought together ministers, senior officials from Arab national women’s affairs bodies, representatives of civil…
India MSME Report 2024, by ISED Small Enterprise Observatory, is India’s only comprehensive MSME reference document. It explores technology, finance, solopreneurship, and the Vision MSME 2047 roadmap, while analyzing entrepreneurship trends, labor markets, and MSME linkages. Positioned as a strategic tool for economic growth, the report highlights MSMEs as engines of economic resilience, delivering key…