The Hong Kong Sevens Roars Back, Igniting Hospitality Sector Amidst Global Travel Headwinds

Hong Kong’s vibrant hospitality sector is bracing for a significant economic boost as the highly anticipated Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament kicks off this Friday, running through Sunday. Despite concerns about rising airfares stemming from the ongoing Middle East conflict, industry leaders and operators are projecting a substantial surge in business, with some anticipating an […]

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Australia trade deal brings back Macron’s Mercosur nightmare

A Strategic Victory for Northern France The decision to place the new EU Customs Authority in Lille is viewed by political analysts as a masterstroke for French diplomacy. While Rome presented a compelling case based on its historical significance and proximity to Mediterranean trade routes, Lille’s geographic positioning—nestled at the crossroads of Northern Europe’s major […]

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Nigeria Faces Renewed Economic Uncertainty as Food Inflation Surges Back into Double Digits in February 2026

The Nigerian economic landscape experienced a jarring shift in February 2026 as food inflation rebounded to 12.12 per cent, effectively ending the brief period of single-digit relief that had briefly buoyed consumer sentiment in January. According to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report issued by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), this 3.23 percentage […]

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