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Trump Announces Revised Tariffs, Lowering Rates for Some Countries

President Trump announced revised tariffs on August 1st, 2024, lowering rates for some countries (e.g., Angola from 32% to 15%, EU from 20% to 15%) while maintaining or increasing them for others, based on their economic and security cooperation with the US.

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Russian Utility Tariff Hikes Spark Public Outrage

Starting July 1st, Russian utility tariffs increased by an average of 11.9%, reaching up to 24% in some regions, prompting the Fair Russia party to call for government intervention due to insufficient improvements despite rising costs and widespread infrastructure decay.

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Germany's Aging Population Fuels Pension Reform Debate

German Economy Minister Reich proposes working longer to fix the pension system, sparking debate; the worker-to-pensioner ratio is 2:1, declining to necessitate reforms before 2025 when pension spending reaches €121 billion; the current retirement age is 65, slated to increase to 67 by 2031, while a...

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Trump Administration's Student Loan Policy Shift Causes Financial Hardship and Workforce Shortages

The Trump administration's decision to reinstate interest on student loans under the SAVE plan, impacting nearly 8 million borrowers, will cause loan balances to increase and delay major life events for many, adding to workforce shortages in critical sectors.

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China's 15th Five-Year Plan: Priorities and Challenges

The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China will hold its fourth plenary session in October in Beijing to deliberate the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) for China's social and economic development, addressing a complex development environment and aiming for socialist modernization.

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China Launches National Child Subsidy Program to Combat Declining Birthrate

China launched a national cash subsidy program on Monday, offering 3,600 yuan annually per child under 3 to combat its declining birthrate, with payments starting late August and expected to reach over 20 million households.

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Germany Reaffirms Commitment to Steel Industry Amidst US Tariffs and Green Transition

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited Saarland to reaffirm the government's commitment to the steel industry's future, including navigating US tariffs and transitioning to green steel production; negotiations with the US on steel tariffs are ongoing, and the government aims to create a comprehensive...

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IMF Approves $2 Billion Disbursement for Argentina, Praising Economic Reforms

The IMF's executive board approved Argentina's first review of its $20 billion Stand-By Arrangement, releasing $2 billion, praising the government's "appropriately restrictive" policies despite missing a reserve target.

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Trump's Production-Led Economic Strategy: Reviving Manufacturing, Challenging China

The Trump administration redirected the US economy towards production-led growth, employing tax cuts, energy development, deregulation, and defense spending to bolster domestic manufacturing and challenge China's economic influence through tariffs and other protectionist measures.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Mexico's Poverty Rate Drops Sharply, but Challenges Persist

Mexico's poverty rate fell 4.1 percentage points from 2022 to 2024 (36.3% to 32.2%), impacting 9.9 million people, largely due to labor reforms that increased wages, but challenges remain in extreme poverty, healthcare access, and education.

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Hawley's Tariff Rebate Plan: $600 Checks and Inflation Concerns

Senator Josh Hawley proposed legislation for $600 tariff rebate checks to American families, a plan supported by President Trump, which could lead to increased inflation; Trump's tariffs are projected to generate $2.5 trillion over ten years.

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China's 2025 National Childcare Subsidy Program Aims to Boost Birth Rates

China launches a national childcare subsidy program in 2025, providing 3,600 yuan annually per child under three to 20 million families, aiming to boost birth rates and support families amidst a declining birthrate and aging population.

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