International politics
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https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/17/17/4465
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Mdpi
1. IntroductionOne of the main tasks of today for every country in the world is to achieve energy independence. In addition, a long-term strategy to reduce harmful impacts on the climate and the environment is one of the priorities included in the development of a society, as was stated at the...
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https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/steel/invited-steel-industry-to-discuss-unfair-competition-to-take-appropriate-steps-goyal/articleshow/113122415.cms
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Economictimes
New Delhi: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said he has invited the steel industry to discuss about the "unfair" competition that some of them are facing to take appropriate steps with a view to promote the sector's growth. Certain steel industry players have raised concerns...
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https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2860812/law-to-tax-income-from-overseas-in-the-works
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Bangkokpost
The Thai Revenue Department is drafting a law to tax the income of individuals residing in Thailand that originates from overseas. The draft follows the international principle of worldwide income under the residence rule, said Kulaya Tantitemit, the director-general of the department. This principle holds that income earned by an individual, regardless of its source country, must be taxed by the country where the individual resides for a specified period.
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https://www.arcamax.com/business/businessnews/s-3396627
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Arcamax
Despite strong evidence that the average voter in the presidential election doesn't care a hoot about international trade policy, Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance have been promising to step up Trump's tariff war with China. As usual, they're backing their promise with lies and other humbug.
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https://www.mdpi.com/1911-8074/17/9/395
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Mdpi
1. IntroductionIn today's dynamic and rapidly evolving business environment, achieving optimal sales velocity and profit surge is a significant challenge for companies. This paper examines the relationship between five crucial factors: Sales Excellence (SE), Sales Capability (SC), Market...
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https://sputnikglobe.com/20240904/ukraines-imf-paymasters-demand-currency-devaluation-toughened-tax-regime-as-kiev-drowns-in-debt-1120018809.html
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Sputnikglobe
Representatives from the International Monetary Fund began a week-long visit to Kiev on Wednesday to demand a series of draconian economic reforms, including the further devaluation of Ukraine's embattled currency - the hryvnia, a cut in interest rates, more power for the tax man and other measures aimed at at least partially digging the country out of its massive budget deficit, which ballooned to some $38 billion, or 20%+ of GDP, in 2024.
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https://fortune.com/2024/09/03/goldman-sachs-predicts-stronger-gdp-and-job-growth-if-democrats-sweep-white-house-and-congress/
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Fortune
Goldman Sachs Group Inc. economists gamed out the potential economic implications of a Republican or Democratic victory in the November elections, cautioning that US GDP faces a hit in the case of a win for Donald Trump.
"We estimate that if Trump wins in a sweep or with divided government, the...
"We estimate that if Trump wins in a sweep or with divided government, the...
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https://theconversation.com/if-australia-wants-to-fast-track-100-renewables-it-must-learn-from-europes-risky-path-237974
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Theconversation
Even after decades encouraging the growth of renewables, we're still too reliant on coal and gas power stations. The problem isn't in our ability to generate clean power. It's what happens after that. Major roadblocks include the need for 10,000 kilometres of new transmission lines to connect rural renewable farms with city consumers.
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https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/369695/used-cars-electric-vehicles-buy-exports
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Vox
Despite a recent slowdown in US sales, global forecasts for electric vehicles remain bullish. Countries across North America, Europe, and Asia are expanding charger networks and offering EV subsidies; global EV sales are projected to nearly triple by 2030, reaching 40 million vehicles annually....
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https://www.neowin.net/news/canadas-new-tax-bill-could-cost-us-tech-firms-a-fortune/
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Neowin
The Digital Services Tax (DST), a new tax bill proposed by the Canadian Liberal government in 2021 and enacted on June 20, 2024, has significant implications for U.tech firms operating in Canada. The bill, introduced as an interim measure with support from G20 countries, could potentially cost these firms billions of dollars in new taxes, prompting the U.government to intervene and advocate for a delay.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93p2yev3w2o
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Bbc
China has announced a probe of Canadian canola imports, escalating a trade fight between the two countries.The move, which could lead to tariffs on a key Canadian export, came a week after Canada said it would impose new border taxes on Chinese-made electric vehicles, steel and aluminium.Beijing...
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https://simple.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?diff=9748493&oldid=9748491&title=Free_Democratic_Party_%28Germany%29
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9v8272vkxpo
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Bbc
France sees Channel migrant deaths as a problem of Britain's making French police have expanded coastal operations to tackle the issue, with the help of British taxpayers (file photo)The French rescue workers packed up their gear with well-practised efficiency. The medical tents. The stretchers....
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https://www.ttrweekly.com/site/2024/09/airasias-free-seat-sale-is-back/
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Ttrweekly
KUALA LUMPUR, 2 September 2024: Travellers have to be on their toes to grab AirAsia's latest fare bargains by the closing date of 8 September after the airline's signature FREE* Seat campaign on 10 million seats got underway at the weekend. The fare deals cover flights to 130 destinations in Asia, Australia and beyond.
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https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/16/17/7594
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Mdpi
1. IntroductionThe lack of a universally accepted definition of poverty has led to its examination from diverse theoretical perspectives. Codes A.L. [1] outlines several core approaches, including subsistence (material poverty), basic necessities, and relational deprivation. When delineating...
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https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/swiss-politics/swiss-political-party-president-wants-to-tax-companies-for-hiring-foreign-workers/87475810
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Swissinfo
FDP Chairman Burkart calls for tax on immigration for businesses
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https://www.forexlive.com/news/novak-russia-to-cut-production-to-required-level-under-opec-deal-by-end-of-august-20240902/
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Forexlive
High risk warning:
Foreign exchange trading carries a high level of risk that may not be suitable for all investors. Leverage creates additional risk and loss exposure. Before you decide to trade foreign exchange, carefully consider your investment objectives, experience level, and risk...
Foreign exchange trading carries a high level of risk that may not be suitable for all investors. Leverage creates additional risk and loss exposure. Before you decide to trade foreign exchange, carefully consider your investment objectives, experience level, and risk...
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https://www.constructionbriefing.com/news/five-of-the-biggest-canal-construction-projects-in-the-world/8033700.article
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Constructionbriefing
Climate change - and the problems associated with it - is leading to a new age of canal building around the world, with a number of countries embarking on ambitious new waterway construction projects not seen for the last half century.
A cargo ship in the Panama Canal. Image: Searegan via Adobe...
A cargo ship in the Panama Canal. Image: Searegan via Adobe...
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https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/nz-needs-a-capital-gains-tax-and-slimmer-superannuation-payments-outgoing-treasury-head-caralee-mcliesh-says/7UJDKN5NZ5BXFLXO3K7EQLU6SQ/
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Nzherald
'Significantly weaker' McLiesh is particularly understated for someone of her stature. She steers clear of the public eye and is at pains to be politically neutral.Her strength and humility were displayed when the Herald visited Treasury's offices to interview her.She had her picture taken...
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https://www.newstrail.com/ipaas-software-market-comprehensive-study-explores-huge-growth-in-future/
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Newstrail
HTF MI introduces new research on IPaas Software covering the micro level of analysis by competitors and key business segments (2024-2030). The IPaas Software explores a comprehensive study of various segments like opportunities, size, development, innovation, sales, and overall growth of major players.
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https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/08/31/us-fights-canada-over-new-tech-tax-that-could-cost-apple-billions
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Appleinsider
Canada's new Digital Services tax could cost iPhone maker Apple billions, but the US says the fees are discriminating against American tech companies — and is pushing for a delay. Canada first proposed the legislation in 2021 as an interim measure, following a statement from the G20 allowing for international digital service tax (DST) reform.
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https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/how-parents-can-turn-children-29831856
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Manchestereveningnews
Parents seeking to secure their children's financial future have been offered a simple tip by retirement gurus: regularly contribute to a Junior ISA. By putting in the maximum £9,000 annually, they could provide their offspring with a nest egg of over £255,000 by the age of 18. According to...