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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

S-South states target blue economy, manufacturing for regional growth

The South-South states in Nigeria aim to boost their economy by focusing on the blue economy and manufacturing as part of a regional development strategy.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:58 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa Leads Hotel Construction, Boosting Regional Economies

East Africa is showing significant growth in hotel construction, led by Kenya, Ethiopia, and Tanzania, which are seeing high rates of development compared to other regions.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Reeves plans to give regional leaders a share of national tax revenues

Rachel Reeves has proposed plans for regional leaders in England to receive a portion of national tax revenues to foster investment-led growth and shift economic power from Westminster.

Mar 17 โ€ข 15:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Association of Greek Ports: What was discussed at the Board meeting in Patras

The Board of the Association of Greek Ports held its first meeting in Patras under the new president, focusing on collaboration and regional development.

Mar 17 โ€ข 13:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Inbound tourism is now the stage for localities to attract" Experts discuss the role of the "command tower"

Experts discuss the evolving role of Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) in facilitating local tourism growth in Japan, particularly as inbound tourism continues to thrive.

Mar 15 โ€ข 00:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'Second transfer of public institutions will be concentrated; scattered firewood cannot be used'

President Yoon has emphasized the importance of concentrating the second transfer of public institutions in specific regions to promote balanced national development.

Mar 13 โ€ข 07:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

UK Government: 'We make it here'

The UK Government emphasizes the positive impact of defense investment on job creation and regional growth.

Mar 9 โ€ข 14:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

HSL initiates layoff negotiations - up to 48 layoffs are threatened

Helsinki Regional Transport Authority (HSL) is starting significant negotiations that could affect up to 48 employees due to rising operational costs against limited revenue growth.

Mar 9 โ€ข 10:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Sri Lanka sees strategic appeal of BRICS โ€“ prime minister

Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya expresses the nation's strategic interest in joining BRICS to bolster economic growth and regional stability.

Mar 5 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Egypt: Tourism holds strong despite regional tensions

Egypt's tourism sector is experiencing significant growth, with nearly 19 million visitors in 2025 and revenues exceeding pre-pandemic levels.

Mar 5 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The wage gap between regions increased by another 29 euros

The average monthly gross wage in Lithuania's capital region experienced a 4.3% increase in the last quarter, contributing to a widening wage gap between various regions.

Mar 4 โ€ข 12:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Preparing for the Spring Session of the Seimas, the coalition council is meeting in parliament

The Lithuanian parliament is preparing for an intensive spring session with significant agenda items affecting the citizens, including issues related to social security, security, and economic growth.

Mar 4 โ€ข 04:28 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

West Africa: Ecowas Targets Full Integration By 2050, Seeks to Remove Barriers

ECOWAS is launching an initiative to achieve full regional integration by 2050, focusing on removing barriers and promoting peace and growth.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Tinubu's road projects will promote regional economic growth โ€“ Umahi

The Nigerian Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, emphasizes that road construction projects under President Bola Tinubu's administration will significantly boost regional economic growth and address infrastructure deficits.

Mar 1 โ€ข 05:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

"Invest in Lithuania" aims to attract 2 billion euros in capital by 2030

The agency "Invest in Lithuania" plans to attract 2 billion euros in capital investments by 2030, aiming to create around 10,000 valuable jobs in the process.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

EBRD reports resilient regional economic growth

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development's report highlights unexpectedly strong GDP growth in the region, specifically in sub-Saharan Africa, amid external economic challenges.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ The Moscow Times
National & Local

Russiaโ€™s Regions Post Largest-Ever Budget Deficit in 2025

Russian regions reported a record budget deficit of 1.48 trillion rubles ($19.22 billion) in 2025, largely due to increasing expenditures outpacing revenue growth.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The regional economy of Kainuu continues to grow faster than the rest of the country

The Kainuu region's economy is growing at a faster rate than the national average, driven by significant industrial investments and strong growth in the metal and forestry sectors.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

NEPZA, Borno partner to revive moribund Banki Free Trade Zone

The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority is collaborating with the Borno State Government to revive the Banki Free Trade Zone, aiming to enhance economic growth and regional trade in North-East Nigeria.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

From McDonald's to Safe Villages... Local Data Changing Regional Experiments

The first Korea Local Impact Strategy Forum focused on utilizing local data to combat regional extinction, emphasizing tailored support and growth in social solidarity economy organizations.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

From a 90s sitcom in Basque to appearing at the Goya Awards: the great moment of Basque actors who have always been there

Basque actors are finally receiving recognition, with nominees like Josรฉ Ramรณn Soroiz and others highlighting the growth of Basque production.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The State of Sรฃo Paulo has the lowest unemployment rate in the last 13 years

Sรฃo Paulo recorded its lowest unemployment rate since 2012 at 5%, outperforming both national and regional averages.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The union between Mexico and Canada is key to our future

A Canadian private sector delegation recently visited Mexico, focusing on regional integration, competitiveness, and economic growth.

Feb 24 โ€ข 07:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

ISM Director: Education, State Resilience, and Self-Awareness are Essential for Lithuania's Growth

D. Misiลซnas emphasizes the need for a robust education system and regional development to unlock Lithuania's potential.

Feb 21 โ€ข 21:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Offers the greatest opportunities": an Italian group chose Argentina to centralize its regional operation

The Italian agricultural machinery group SDF is centralizing its regional operations in Argentina due to its economic deregulation and growth prospects, shifting from survival to aggressive expansion.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Merz: Don't be so lazy - What evidence does he cite

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticizes the workforce for perceived laziness, claiming it impedes economic growth, amid regional election pressures.

Feb 13 โ€ข 14:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Inclusion of Alลซksne Municipality in the Latgale Special Economic Zone

The Alลซksne Municipality has been approved for inclusion in the Latgale Special Economic Zone, which aims to enhance regional economic growth and security.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Enugu Air acquires new aircraft

Enugu Air, a Nigerian airline, announces the acquisition of its latest aircraft, the Embraer 195, to enhance its air travel services.

Feb 11 โ€ข 01:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Lee: The All-in Strategy has Now Reached its Limits... It has become impossible to buy a house in Seoul

President Lee Jae-myung announced that the southern inland railway marks the beginning of a historic change towards decentralized growth, moving away from the overcrowded metropolitan area.

Feb 6 โ€ข 03:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Summit Bank hits N15.3bn capital base

Summit Bank has reached a regulatory capital base of N15.3 billion, surpassing the Central Bank of Nigeria's minimum requirement for regional non-interest banks and ensuring its growth ahead of the 2026 recapitalization deadline.

Feb 6 โ€ข 00:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Mbah pushes regional integration for South-East growth

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State advocates for a unified economic bloc in the South-East region during the South-East Vision 2025 Regional Stakeholder Forum.

Feb 5 โ€ข 00:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
World

Microsoft appoints new head for the Baltic States and Ukraine region

Microsoft has appointed E. Kachanovskis as the new regional head for the Baltic States and Ukraine, focusing on strengthening cybersecurity, accelerating secure cloud deployment, promoting responsible AI use, and developing digital skills for long-term economic growth.

Feb 4 โ€ข 10:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Regional airports drive the development of regions. Record year for several airports

The article discusses the factors contributing to record passenger growth at Chopin Airport and other regional airports in Poland in 2025, highlighting the impact of diversified carrier offerings and charter connections on regional economic development.

Jan 16 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

All regions are developing, but Warsaw is still leaving the rest of Poland behind

The article discusses the regional GDP growth in Poland, highlighting the capital city's significant economic advantage and the impact of urbanization and migration trends.

Jan 5 โ€ข 16:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

India seeks sense of โ€˜neighborlinessโ€™ in South Asia โ€“ foreign minister

Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar emphasizes the importance of regional cooperation and 'neighborliness' in South Asia amidst ongoing diplomatic tensions, asserting that India's growth can benefit neighboring countries.

Jan 2 โ€ข 11:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Cool and rainy summer did not harm tourism. Poles traveled more often and spent more

Despite a rainy July and rising prices, tourism in Poland saw record growth in 2025, indicating the domestic and regional market's significant potential.

Dec 30 โ€ข 16:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
Life & Tech

Mortgages will be more expensive in 2026: banks will raise prices amid the madness of buying homes

Banks are set to increase mortgage prices in 2026 following a 2025 marked by rapid growth in the housing market, despite some regional institutions possibly continuing to offer competitive rates.

Dec 27 โ€ข 02:03 UTC

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