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Germany announces upcoming reform agenda as Chancellor Merz signals policy acceleration

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced that his government will introduce a series of new reform proposals in the coming months as part of efforts to address long-standing structural challenges in the country’s economy and public administration. Speaking in the Bundestag in Berlin, Merz......

Ethiopia plans higher public spending amid regional tensions and economic growth targets

Ethiopia is preparing for a significant increase in public spending in the 2026/27 fiscal year as the government seeks to address the financial impact of ongoing tensions in the Middle East while maintaining its economic development agenda. During the presentation of the national budget, Finance Minister......

India’s bond tax reforms aim to boost foreign inflows and strengthen global Index inclusion push

India has introduced new policy measures aimed at increasing foreign investment in its government bond market, including tax exemptions for overseas investors and expanded market access. The reforms are designed to attract fresh capital inflows and strengthen the country’s position in global bond......

Kurti seeks political cooperation after election victory in Kosovo

Kosovo's Prime Minister Albin Kurti has called on rival political parties to cooperate following his party's victory in the latest parliamentary election, as the country continues to face a prolonged period of political uncertainty. Kurti's political movement emerged as the largest force......

South Korea moves toward appointing its second female prime minister

South Korea is preparing for a historic political milestone after President Lee Jae Myung nominated Han Seong-sook to serve as the country’s next prime minister. If confirmed by the National Assembly, she will become only the second woman to hold the position in South Korea’s history. The......

Bahrain backs Lebanon’s sovereignty and supports President Joseph Aoun

Bahrain has reaffirmed its support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and political stability, expressing strong backing for the efforts of President Joseph Aoun and the Lebanese government to strengthen state institutions and preserve national unity. In an official statement, Bahraini authorities emphasized......

Lithuania's Social Democrats move to reshape coalition after removing junior partner

Lithuania's ruling Social Democratic Party has decided to remove its junior coalition partner, Nemunas Dawn, from the governing alliance, marking a significant development in the country's political landscape. The decision was announced after party leaders concluded that continued cooperation......

Somalia says order restored in Mogadishu after armed clashes

The Somali government announced that security forces have restored order in parts of the capital, Mogadishu, following armed confrontations between government troops and militias linked to opposition leaders. According to official statements, security operations were carried out in two districts of......

Senegal forms new government without participation of Ousmane Sonko’s party

A new government has been announced in Senegal, marking a significant political development as the ruling party PASTEF-Les Patriotes, led by Ousmane Sonko, has been excluded from the executive team despite holding a majority in the National Assembly. The announcement was made on Monday evening by Prime......