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🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Afreximbank Urges Acceleration of Implementation of the Single Continental Market With AfCFTA Adjustment Fund

The AfCFTA Adjustment Fund Corporation held an event in Lagos to encourage Nigerian investors to support the adjustment fund aimed at facilitating trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area.

Mar 20 β€’ 11:16 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Column "Hank's World": Family Has No Place in Inheritance Law

The article argues that inheritance law is complicated and unjust, advocating for radical liberalization.

Mar 17 β€’ 18:55 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Expoagro 2026: ERCA supported the opening but called for tax relief for the industry

At Expoagro 2026, Marcela Silvi, general manager of ERCA, supported trade liberalization but emphasized the need for tax relief for local industries to compete effectively against imports.

Mar 17 β€’ 10:05 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Milei fights against his shadow

Javier Milei, during an event in New York, criticized local industrialists while addressing potential investors, highlighting the tensions surrounding Argentina's economic liberalization.

Mar 13 β€’ 23:30 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Closed economy protects inefficient companies and raises input costs in the country

Brazil's protectionist policies hinder productivity by shielding inefficient firms and increasing the costs of imported inputs.

Mar 12 β€’ 17:08 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How the War Affects Energy Prices Around the World

The article discusses the varying impacts of the Middle Eastern conflict on household energy prices globally, influenced by market liberalization and government subsidies.

Mar 9 β€’ 16:20 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Opening vs. Employment, Which Import Boom?

The article discusses the ongoing debate in Argentina regarding the impact of trade liberalization on employment, highlighting the rise in imports against the backdrop of shrinking industries.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:35 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How the Government Implemented the Architecture to Open Imports and Liberalize the Economy, According to an Official Document

The Argentine government has detailed its measures to liberalize trade and open up imports, which has sparked controversy within the local industrial sector.

Feb 25 β€’ 13:48 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazil's Gains from Trade Liberalization Would Be Greater Due to High Informality, Says Study

A recent study suggests that Brazil's informal economy could lead to greater gains from trade liberalization than previously estimated, projecting a 24% increase in real income with a 33% reduction in trade costs.

Feb 24 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Supporting the Conservative Liberal Democratic Party Despite Liberalization: A Perspective on the Values of Rule-Oriented Youth

A sociologist suggests that Japan's youth, who have adopted liberal values in education, still largely support the conservative Liberal Democratic Party due to a rising emphasis on strict adherence to rules.

Feb 17 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ NPR
World

Argentina and US sign a major trade deal to slash tariffs and boost political alliance

Argentina and the United States have signed a significant trade agreement aimed at reducing tariffs and enhancing their political alliance, aligning with President Javier Milei's economic liberalization efforts.

Feb 6 β€’ 07:05 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El Mundo
National & Local

The Government 'freezes' phase 2 of railway liberalization after the Adamuz tragedy: 'It is not the time'

In response to the recent Adamuz train accident, the government has decided to halt the second phase of railway liberalization amidst serious safety concerns and inadequate maintenance budgets.

Feb 1 β€’ 21:56 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ taz
National & Local

Merz wants to abolish the Working Time Act: Who sows false liberalization will reap class struggle

Chancellor Merz states his intention to abolish the Working Time Act during an IHK reception in Saxony-Anhalt, raising concerns about his suitability as Chancellor.

Jan 15 β€’ 15:51 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Saudi stocks rise after decision to open the market to foreign investors

Saudi stocks surged following the announcement by the Capital Market Authority allowing all foreign investors to trade in the Kingdom, marking a significant step towards fully liberalizing the market to boost foreign investments.

Jan 7 β€’ 08:05 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Being a train driver: a real opportunity in an expanding sector

The role of train driver, essential for the functioning of an expanding railway sector, remains largely unknown to the public despite the industry's growth facilitated by liberalization and a focus on sustainable mobility.

Dec 29 β€’ 04:00 UTC

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