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New Delhi, February 27, 2025 – India and the European Union (EU) are engaged in high-level discussions to advance negotiations on the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA). European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, along with 22 European Commissioners, is in New Delhi to address trade, investment, and regulatory challenges between the two economies. The…
February 18, 2025 marks the third anniversary of the India-United Arab Emirates (UAE) Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), a landmark trade agreement that has significantly boosted bilateral economic ties. Signed during a virtual summit on February 18, 2022, between Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the agreement came into force on May 1, 2022.
The Rabeha Joint Programme, a collaboration between UN Women and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), is driving positive change for women-led handicraft enterprises in Egypt. By providing technical assistance, business support, and greater market access, the initiative is helping women entrepreneurs scale their businesses and improve their economic opportunities. One of the key…
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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The World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2025 report by the International Labour Organization (ILO) presents a comprehensive analysis of global labor market dynamics, offering insights into employment trends, economic challenges, and policy recommendations. As global labor markets navigate an era of uncertainty, the report provides a crucial assessment of resilience, productivity, and inclusivity in…
Dubai-based beauty giant Huda Beauty has announced the sale of its fragrance brand KAYALI to co-founder Mona Kattan and global growth equity firm General Atlantic, marking a strategic shift in the beauty industry. The deal, pending regulatory approval, will establish KAYALI as an independent entity, with Mona Kattan retaining her role as CEO. Financial terms…
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Entrepreneur AI Summit 2025 by CEOITBOX Showcases Practical AI Strategies for Small and Medium Enterprises New Delhi, India – The Entrepreneur AI Summit 2025, hosted by CEOITBOX, concluded as India’s largest AI summit dedicated to empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The landmark event, held at the Eros…
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India’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)—the backbone of the economy—are set for a dynamic transformation with the Union Budget 2025-26. With an emphasis on credit expansion, digitization, trade competitiveness, and sustainability, the budget delivers strategic interventions to empower small businesses, ensuring they remain resilient and globally competitive. From revised classification criteria to green enterprise…
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The wearable technology market is set for exponential growth, with projections indicating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.8% from 2022 to 2031, according to a recent report by Allied Market Research. The market, valued at $62.5 billion in 2023, is expected to reach $198.8 billion by 2032, reflecting an expanding consumer demand for…
Brussels, Belgium – The European Union’s €200 billion investment in artificial intelligence (AI) under the newly launched InvestAI initiative has sparked excitement across industries, but for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), the implications remain mixed. While this monumental financial commitment aims to boost Europe’s AI competitiveness, questions linger over whether SMEs will benefit or struggle…