Globalization
China’s electric vehicle influence expands nearly everywhere – except the US and Canada
China’s electric vehicle influence expands nearly everywhere – except the US and Canada By 2025, an estimated 1 in 4 new automotive vehicle sales globally will be electric vehicles (EVs), up from fewer than 1 in 20 just five years ago. China’s EV influence expands nearly everywhere except the US and Canada, where EV sales […]
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State Department layoffs could hurt US companies’ ability to compete globally – an economist explains why
State Department layoffs could hurt US companies’ ability to compete globally – an economist explains why The mass layoffs at the US State Department could hurt US companies’ ability to compete globally by eliminating expertise on business and human rights. The State Department’s Business and Human Rights team, which was eliminated in the layoffs, helped […]
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How bachata rose from Dominican Republic’s brothels and shantytowns to become a global sensation
How bachata rose from Dominican Republic’s brothels and shantytowns to become a global sensation Bachata, a genre born in the Dominican Republic’s brothels and shantytowns, has become a global sensation, rising from its humble beginnings to top the Latin music charts. The genre’s popularity can be attributed to its ability to tell stories of love, […]
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Elite U.S. Universities Show Dependency on International Students
Elite U.S. Universities Show Dependency on International Students Many elite US universities, including NYU, Johns Hopkins, Columbia, and Carnegie Mellon, rely heavily on international students to fill their classrooms and research programs. The share of international students at these top universities has been growing over the past two decades, driven by rising incomes in countries […]
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Deporting international students risks making the US a less attractive destination, putting its economic engine at risk
Deporting international students risks making the US a less attractive destination, putting its economic engine at risk Deporting international students could harm the US economy by making it less attractive to top global talent, which is crucial for STEM fields and entrepreneurship. The Trump administration’s plan to enhance vetting and screening of foreign nationals may […]
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Alaska, rich in petroleum, faces an energy shortage
Alaska, rich in petroleum, faces an energy shortage Alaska, rich in petroleum and natural gas, faces an energy shortage due to declining oil production and a lack of infrastructure for transporting natural gas. The state’s North Slope has significant proven reserves of oil (2 million barrels per day at peak) and natural gas (35 trillion […]
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International students infuse tens of millions of dollars into local economies across the US. What happens if they stay home?
International students infuse tens of millions of dollars into local economies across the US. What happens if they stay home? International students bring significant economic benefits to local communities across the US, with a total impact estimated at $44 billion annually. The average international student brings in around $29,000 per year, which translates into American […]
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Beggar thy neighbor, harm thyself: Tariffs like Trump’s come with pitfalls, history shows
Beggar thy neighbor, harm thyself: Tariffs like Trump’s come with pitfalls, history shows Tariffs like those announced by President Trump can have severe consequences for both the US economy and its trading partners, as they often lead to swift and precise retaliation from other countries. The “beggar-thy-neighbor” strategy, which involves protectionist measures such as tariffs, […]
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Wool, water, Wi-Fi: Modernizing an ancient business at the final frontiers of e-commerce
Wool, water, Wi-Fi: Modernizing an ancient business at the final frontiers of e-commerce Two sisters-in-law, Chinara Makashova and Nazgul Esenbaeva, built a business from scratch exporting felted slippers and artisan products to wholesale partners globally. Their company received funding support from USAID’s green business initiative in Central Asia, which helped them expand production and build […]
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In trade war with the US, China holds a lot more cards than Trump may think − in fact, it might have a winning hand
In trade war with the US, China holds a lot more cards than Trump may think − in fact, it might have a winning hand China believes it can weather US tariffs on a bilateral basis, but also sees an opportunity to displace American hegemony and reshape the geopolitical landscape of East Asia. Beijing has […]
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