IMF forced into leadership search early by Lagarde exit
Five of the IMF’s 11 leaders have been French nationals.
Tag: Europe
Global warming to cause heat stress and job hours loss
Workers in Europe had to adapt to high temperatures in recent days. But the impact of heat stress on people and the global economy by the year 2030 will be severe, according to the UN. The world’s poorest will be worst affected.
Flailing against the world, US may risk losing everything
The original intention of the US might lie in containing China’s further development through decoupling from China.
Lufthansa lowers targets for 2019
German airline group Lufthansa says it has revised lower its 2019 outlook due to intense competition from low-cost carriers.
Generators from Europe to help combat power crisis: PM
Two generators from Europe to help Cambodia deal with the power crisis, PM says.
Philips expects sales growth to accelerate
Philips said it expects sales to accelerate in coming months.
Notre Dame is a symbol of Europe
Notre Dame is more than just a cathedral. That’s why we should welcome, rather than criticize, the donors pledging vast sums to help rebuild this unique edifice, writes DW Editor-in-Chief Ines Pohl.
BRI will inject positive impetus in Europe
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Europe has injected new impetus for expanded China-Europe cooperation.
Europe’s first underwater restaurant opens in Norway
Europe’s first underwater restaurant opens in Norway yesterday with more than 7,000 customers booked in to eat among the fish.
German economy escapes recession by a narrow margin
The German economy stalled in the final quarter of last year, escaping recession.
A populist ‘tsunami’: Is it destructive or constructive?
Sim Vireak compares the current tide of populism in Europe and past populist trend in Japan.
INF treaty withdrawal a disastrous gamble
The US is suspending its participation in the INF treaty, with an eye to full withdrawal in six months. That does not bode well for the future – and especially not for peace in Europe.
Davos bankers try to put brave face on gloomy outlook
The Int’l Monetary Fund cuts its global growth forecasts for the 2nd time in 3 months.
Ford Europe to slash thousands of jobs in turnaround plan
Ford said it will cut thousands of jobs and exit unprofitable markets.
Illegal crossings at Europe’s borders lowest in 5 years
Illegal border crossings at Europe’s external borders fell to the lowest level in 5 years.
Sleeping bags as traders brace for Brexit all-nighter
Traders in London’s financial hub will be bracing for a potential burst of market turmoil.
Algeria nabs 61 Europe-bound illegal immigrants off western coast
Coastguards in Oran have deterred a total of 61 people from sailing illegally to Europe.
Bank of America completes Brexit switch
Bank of America finishes moving its banking operations in Dublin from London.
Beauty or safety? Europe seeks to protect heritage from disasters
From the floating city of Venice to prehistoric rock carvings in Spain, Europe’s cultural heritage is vulnerable to floods, quakes and wildfires, and requires better protection to preserve it for future generations, officials and researchers said.
Outbound tourism rose 30 percent during Water Festival
Cambodian outbound tourism saw a 30 percent rise during this year’s three-day Water Festival, while long haul destination tour packages to Europe, Australia, US, and Dubai have also started to attract locals, said tour operators.
Oldest known figurative art found in Borneo cave
Australian and Indonesian researchers have found the world’s oldest-known cave paintings on the island of Borneo. The art was painted at least 40,000 years ago, debunking the view that cave art solely existed in Europe.
The Coming of ‘Disruptive Politics’ in Asia
A few years back, the world was shocked by the political developments in Europe which saw the rise of right-wing nationalism across several countries in the continent.
Black magic ban dents sex trafficking in Nigeria
For almost two decades, 42-year-old Patience earned a steady income sending girls from Nigeria to Europe for sex work, using blackmagic to stop the women from fleeing.
Hun Sen refuses to meet Sam Rainsy
PM reiterates that there will be no negotiation between him and Sam Rainsy during his scheduled visits to Europe and US.
Factories feeling the pinch from escalating trade conflict
Manufacturing activity took a hit from weak orders in August.
German, US companies concerned – survey
Some companies doing business in Germany and the US doubt large-scale tariff cuts.
Germany says Trump’s tariffs, sanctions destroy jobs and growth worldwide
German Minister criticises Trump.
EU’s top court backs copyright holder in landmark ruling
Europe’s court rules that publishers should get consent from the person behind articles.
Rising costs and US settlement crimp HSBC’s first-half profit
HSBC Holdings Plc (HSBA.L) posted a small increase in first-half pretax profit.
How the Russian underground pipeline became a problem for Germany
New Russia-Germany pipeline is less friendly.
