By Kevin Yao BEIJING (Reuters) -Chinese government advisers are stepping up calls to make the household sector’s contribution to broader economic growth a top priority at Beijing’s upcoming five-year policy plan, as trade tensions and deflation threaten the outlook. Leaders are gathering proposals for their 15th five-year plan, a voluminous document that lays out priorities…
By Kevin Yao BEIJING (Reuters) -Chinese government advisers are stepping up calls to make the household sector’s contribution to broader economic growth a top priority at Beijing’s upcoming five-year policy plan, as trade tensions and deflation threaten the outlook. Leaders are gathering proposals for their 15th five-year plan, a voluminous document that lays out priorities…
China’s factory activity improved for a second month but remained in contraction, as trade rebounds after the ceasefire in the tariff war with the US while weak domestic demand weighs on the economy. The official manufacturing purchasing managers’ index was 49.7 in June, versus 49.5 in the previous month, slightly exceeding the median estimate in…
In a major boost to Science and Technology sectors, the UK government is planning to infuse £86 billion ($116.4 billion). The fresh investment will be announced by Chancellor and Exchequer Rachel Reeves. It is a part of the government’s plan to invest in Britain’s renewal through our Modern Industrial Strategy, a press release of the…
Home » CRUISE NEWS » UK Takes Bold Step to Empower Local Authorities with Groundbreaking Cruise Ship Levy to Protect Communities and Boost Sustainable Tourism Growth Thursday, May 29, 2025 The UK is set to introduce a transformative cruise ship levy that aims to revolutionize how tourism is managed while bolstering local economies. This innovative…
In a world facing the impending realities of the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, and social inequality, sustainable development is no longer an option—it is an imperative. As two of the world’s leading economies, the UK and India are uniquely positioned to collaborate on solutions to build a greener and inclusive global economy. Both countries have…
Unlike previously, when May 1 was marked by large-scale demonstrations calling for better protection for workers, Labour Day in more recent years has passed by as a paid holiday for people to take a break. But this year offers double the reason to celebrate as two key improvements in benefits take effect today. The hourly…