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Diplomatic Bandwidth Allocation Reflects Priorities Through Energy Partnerships

India's allocation of diplomatic bandwidth to various energy partnerships in 2025 reflected strategic priorities, with high-level engagement supporting certain supplier relationships. While US crude imports to India increased by...

‘Buy European’ Policy Endorsed as EU Addresses Industrial Decline

The European Union's summit produced consensus on "Buy European" policies protecting strategic industrial sectors. Leaders from all 27...

Bank of England Holds at 3.75% as Communication Strategy Balances Transparency With Flexibility

The Bank of England has maintained interest rates at 3.75%, carefully balancing transparency about its thinking with flexibility...

Gold and Silver Markets Rally After Dramatic Turbulence on Central Banking Leadership News

Monday's trading session brought significant recovery to precious metals after extreme price swings that had rattled investors worldwide....

Gold in the Digital Age: Why Physical Possession Still Matters for Germany

In an era dominated by cryptocurrencies and digital transactions, the debate over Germany’s physical gold reserves might seem...

U.S. and China to Meet in Geneva as Trade War Pressures Spark Hope for Resolution

GENEVA — In a pivotal step toward easing trade tensions, top U.S. and Chinese officials are set to meet in Switzerland this week, offering...

BMW Cuts 180 Jobs at Mini Oxford Plant as US Tariffs Shake UK Car Industry

BMW has terminated the contracts of 180 agency workers at its Mini plant in Oxford, highlighting the growing strain on the UK automotive industry...

Global Markets Climb Amid Cautious Trading as U.S. Futures Surge

Global stock markets advanced on Thursday despite light trading volumes due to widespread May Day holidays across Europe and Asia. The optimism was driven...

Trump Eases Auto Tariffs to Spur U.S. Manufacturing and Job Growth

President Donald Trump is easing some auto-related tariffs in a strategic shift aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing and preserving jobs. The move comes amid...

Trump Faces GOP Discord as Budget Battles Threaten His Domestic Agenda

As Congress returns to Washington, President Trump’s ambitious budget proposal is encountering early turbulence within his own party. While Republicans control both chambers, deep...

India Ramps Up Russian ESPO Oil Imports as Chinese Demand Wanes

India has sharply increased its imports of Russia’s ESPO Blend crude in April, capitalizing on reduced Chinese demand and favorable pricing. Supplies to Indian...