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🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
Sports

Game Day: Will our boys exact revenge against the Swedes?

The article discusses the anticipation surrounding an upcoming sports match between Iceland and Sweden, focusing on themes of rivalry and competitiveness.

Mar 21 • 16:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Ex-teammate opens up about NHL star Nathan MacKinnon's dark side – scary behavior during practices

Nathan MacKinnon of the Colorado Avalanche is recognized as one of the NHL's top players, but his intense competitiveness raises concerns among teammates, according to former teammate Nikita Zadorov.

Mar 21 • 14:44 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Government ensures protection mechanisms and bets on animal protein exports

Ecuador's government encourages the agricultural sectors concerned about the reciprocal trade agreement with the U.S., viewing it as an opportunity for competitiveness and exports.

Mar 21 • 14:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

Copa Libertadores 2026: Is Barcelona SC in the 'group of death' in relation to Independiente del Valle and Liga de Quito?

The draw for the group stage of the Copa Libertadores took place, with Ecuadorian clubs Barcelona SC, Independiente del Valle, and Liga de Quito represented, raising questions about the competitiveness of Barcelona SC's group.

Mar 20 • 16:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

SindusconPR boosts construction development in Paraná

SindusconPR, a major construction industry union in Paraná, is dedicated to enhancing competitiveness and sustainability in the sector while fostering dialogue among businesses, government, and society.

Mar 20 • 13:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'Abuse' of SMEs is undermining innovation

President Yoon Suk-yeol expressed concerns that the exploitation of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) by large corporations hinders innovation and competitiveness.

Mar 20 • 07:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Innovations: Europe Must Provide an Impulse

The article discusses the need for Europe to enhance its competitiveness in the life sciences sector amidst increasing global investment competition from the US and China.

Mar 19 • 22:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

In February, trade exchange fell but dollar income grew again

Argentina recorded a trade surplus in February of US$788 million, marking 27 months of positive results, but this was driven more by economic slowdown than improved competitiveness.

Mar 19 • 21:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

G. NausÄ—da: It is necessary to strengthen Europe's competitiveness and reduce energy prices

Lithuanian President Gitanas NausÄ—da calls for strengthening Europe's competitiveness and addressing the issue of high energy prices amid economic challenges.

Mar 19 • 18:54 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Rise in Fertilizer Prices Has Not Affected Competition in Agriculture, But the Problem is a New Tax

Lithuanian Agricultural Minister A. Palionis stated that the recent rise in fertilizer prices due to global factors hasn't distorted competition in agriculture, but a new carbon tax poses a significant threat to competitiveness.

Mar 19 • 14:21 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Metsola: Courageous decisions to reduce energy bills

The President of the European Parliament emphasized the need for targeted legislation and clear timelines at the upcoming EU summit to lower energy costs and support the competitiveness of European industries.

Mar 19 • 11:15 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

F.A.Z. Early Thinkers: What the EU Summit is About

The article discusses key themes and discussions that will occur at the upcoming EU summit, including security and competitiveness.

Mar 19 • 05:16 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

European Council at a Standstill, Meloni Meets Merz: Change the Ets System

The European Council faces uncertainty due to a lack of reliable information on the Iranian crisis, overshadowing discussions on competitiveness in favor of war and energy issues.

Mar 19 • 00:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

1 trillion yen investment in shipbuilding: 'It's an economic security issue' spurred by the Trump administration

Japan's shipbuilding industry, once a stronghold, is set to receive significant government investment to bolster its competitiveness against China and South Korea.

Mar 18 • 23:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Gaining Competitiveness and Developing Quality Products: Keys to Boost Tourism

The article discusses the future of tourism in Argentina, emphasizing the need for competitiveness and quality in tourist products as highlighted by industry leaders during a recent summit.

Mar 18 • 20:55 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Iran: With relations with the USA at their lowest, the '27' are called to make critical decisions

European leaders are urged to make crucial decisions regarding the Middle East and energy competitiveness at an upcoming summit amid escalating tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran.

Mar 18 • 19:26 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The Conservatives want to ease taxes and duties by 34 billion

Danish Conservatives aim to reduce taxes and duties by 34 billion kroner annually to improve working conditions and corporate competitiveness, according to party leader Mona Juul.

Mar 18 • 19:07 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario Premier Ford urges B.C., Quebec to drop EV sales targets

Ontario's Premier Doug Ford has called on the provinces of British Columbia and Quebec to abandon electric vehicle sales targets, arguing that they hinder Canada's competitiveness.

Mar 18 • 15:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Direct jab from Petteri Orpo: 'Ridiculous situation'

Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo highlights the urgent need for EU discussions on conflicts and competitiveness at an upcoming summit in Brussels.

Mar 18 • 13:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Hellenic Ports Association committed to strengthening Greek ports’ competitiveness

The Hellenic Ports Association is focused on enhancing the competitiveness of Greek ports through coordinated efforts and strategic planning.

Mar 18 • 12:06 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Banamex Leads the Way in Banking of the Future

Banamex plans to enhance its competitiveness in the Mexican banking sector by focusing on digital user experiences and technology investment by 2026.

Mar 18 • 08:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Atmosphere at Samsung Electronics' shareholders' meeting Changed After a Year... 'Proactive Responses to Uncertainty, Securing AI Competitiveness'

Samsung Electronics is focusing on securing its market leadership amidst uncertainty and rising AI demands, as demonstrated by a positive shift in atmosphere at its recent shareholders' meeting.

Mar 18 • 05:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Incheon Citizens' Groups Urge to Halt Hasty Airport Operator Consolidation Attempt

Incheon citizens' groups and labor unions oppose the consolidation of airport operations, calling it rushed and detrimental to the region's airport competitiveness.

Mar 18 • 05:23 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria secures £746m UK deal to modernise ports

Nigeria has reached a £746 million agreement with the UK to modernise its major seaports, aiming to enhance global competitiveness in maritime trade.

Mar 18 • 02:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The UIA expressed its concern about the industrial situation again

The UIA has reiterated its worries regarding the industrial sector's performance, calling for policies to boost activity and competitiveness.

Mar 18 • 00:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Champions League: Leverkusen can only watch in astonishment

Bayer Leverkusen faces a 2-0 defeat against Arsenal in the Champions League, drawing comparisons to their previous year's failure and raising questions about their competitiveness.

Mar 17 • 22:10 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

DN Debate. "Sweden's View of Knowledge is Outdated - We Will Be Overtaken"

A prominent debate article asserts that Sweden's focus on STEM fields over the humanities undermines future competitiveness.

Mar 17 • 19:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Objection Exclusive: Is Europe Reaching for the Stars with the Space Act?

The European Union's Space Act aims to establish a unified legal framework to enhance the EU's competitiveness in space technologies and address challenges posed by the US and China in the race for space.

Mar 17 • 17:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

The story behind the classic photo of Wagner Moura at the payphone on the set of 'The Secret Agent'

Wagner Moura's iconic photo as Marcelo from 'The Secret Agent' has drawn public interest ahead of the film's Oscar competitiveness, highlighting the work of photographer Victor Jucá.

Mar 16 • 12:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Gender equality benefits Homo sapiens

The article discusses the importance of gender equality for economic competitiveness and innovation, highlighting insights from the Barcelona Woman Acceleration Week.

Mar 16 • 11:24 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU Inc Framework: A unified, harmonized set of corporate rules across all EU countries.

The article discusses the need for a unified set of corporate rules in the EU to enhance competitiveness and support entrepreneurs amid global economic changes.

Mar 16 • 07:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Czech Republic Succeeds in Harvard's 'Green' Rankings: Expert Says Potential Must Be Boosted

Czech firms are ranked third in Harvard's Greenplexity index for their competitiveness in exporting products critical to energy transformation.

Mar 15 • 13:49 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Enough with the competitiveness at the limit. It is time to return to 'Re-Humanism'

The article advocates for a paradigm shift towards 'Re-Humanism', emphasizing the need for a balance between culture, economy, and society.

Mar 15 • 11:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

European Commissioner to 'Rzeczpospolita': We are starting with EU Inc

The European Commissioner highlights the need for Europe to enhance its competitiveness in the face of shifting global dynamics and investment challenges.

Mar 15 • 10:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Korean Baseball Stops at WBC Quarterfinals... Remaining Challenge is Pitching Competitiveness

Korea's national baseball team reached the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic but ultimately lost to the Dominican Republic.

Mar 15 • 07:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Sokcho, Gangwon has the Highest Competitiveness for Visiting Decreasing Population Areas"... 150,000 Won Per Person Card Use

Sokcho, Gangwon, reported a leading average credit card expenditure of 150,000 won per visitor, indicating its strong competitiveness as a destination in areas facing population decline.

Mar 15 • 07:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From Chinese Rivals to Profit Decline: Why Volkswagen Will Cut 50,000 Jobs

Volkswagen plans to cut 50,000 jobs by 2030 in Germany as part of a strategy to regain competitiveness after experiencing significant profit losses attributed to competition from China and American tariffs.

Mar 14 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

URMAS REINSALU ⟩ Estonia goes to the EU summit with unclear positions

Estonia's positions on key topics for the upcoming EU summit, including economic competitiveness and the ETS reform, are seen as unclear and passive according to Urmas Reinsalu.

Mar 13 • 16:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexico and Canada must think big

The article discusses the evolution of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (T-MEC) into a crucial economic platform for North America, highlighting Mexico's increasing export competitiveness and deeper integration into the regional economy.

Mar 13 • 13:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

A Shocking Roster for SM-liiga Team - Left Jonne Virtanen Speechless

The Mikkelin Jukurit hockey team's lineup for a match against KooKoo raises eyebrows due to its lack of competitiveness, as coach Jonne Virtanen expressed dissatisfaction.

Mar 13 • 13:12 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

University Funding: Excellence Universities: Germany is "incredibly attractive"

Germany's excellence universities retain their status, promising significant impacts on research and international competitiveness.

Mar 12 • 09:44 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Meeting with the EP President, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs discussed strengthening security and defense

The Lithuanian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs emphasized the connection between the EU's competitiveness and security during a meeting with the EP President.

Mar 12 • 07:52 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Miko Niinemäe: Planning is the Achilles' heel of major investments

Miko Niinemäe emphasizes the importance of effective planning for major investments in Estonia, arguing that a lack of decisive action is harming the country's economic competitiveness.

Mar 12 • 07:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Domestic Water Industry Sales Reach 51.6 Trillion Won, 2% of GDP... Export Competitiveness Is a Challenge

South Korea's water industry sales reached approximately 51 trillion won in 2024, accounting for about 2% of the national GDP, though export levels remained low at 2 trillion won.

Mar 12 • 05:23 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Competition regulators allow 'Smiltenes piens' to acquire 'Cesvaines piens'

The Latvian competition authority has permitted Smiltenes piens to acquire a majority stake in Cesvaines piens to enhance competitiveness in Baltic and European markets.

Mar 12 • 05:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Energy Transformation Between Security and Costs

The article discusses the challenges and considerations in transforming energy systems in Poland, emphasizing the need for stability and cost-effectiveness amidst the shift towards renewables.

Mar 11 • 23:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bars and restaurants demand intervention from Cade in exclusive agreements with delivery platforms

Members of bars and restaurants are calling for greater intervention from Cade regarding exclusive contracts with food delivery platforms, as they see little change in market competitiveness despite previous measures.

Mar 11 • 15:48 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Entrepreneurs' assessments of export competitiveness have improved

Estonian entrepreneurs have reported improved assessments of their export competitiveness due to increased demand and expanding target markets.

Mar 11 • 11:54 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The 'super peso' and its hidden cost for exporters

The appreciation of the Mexican peso, known as the 'super peso,' poses challenges to exporters by reducing their margins and competitiveness against foreign suppliers.

Mar 11 • 10:03 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government, ‘Seawater Desalination Industry Support’ to Secure Industrial Water

The South Korean government has launched a council aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of the seawater desalination industry, addressing issues of water scarcity amidst climate change.

Mar 11 • 03:33 UTC

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