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Canada and India are preparing for the fifth round of negotiations toward a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, as ministers discuss trade priorities, investment opportunities, critical minerals, energy and an upcoming Canadian business mission to India later this month for businesses.
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HDFC Bank has appointed Anup Bagchi as its next Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer for a three-year term, marking a leadership transition at India's largest private-sector lender ahead of Sashidhar Jagdishan's scheduled departure from the role in October 2026.
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India and the United States continue working toward an interim trade agreement as officials pursue broader bilateral economic cooperation. Official sources confirm negotiations covering tariffs, market access and trade barriers, while recent government records do not independently confirm a new September 30 Modi-Trump call.
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Canada has rejected Donald Trump’s prediction that it will apologize amid an escalating trade dispute with the United States. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc says Ottawa will defend Canadian workers, businesses and the economy while remaining open to negotiations that protect sovereignty and economic interests. New U.S. import restrictions and Canadian countermeasures have raised pressure on both sides.
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A new US House bill proposes temporarily prohibiting diesel fuel exports through December 31, 2026. The legislation was introduced on September 16 and referred to the House Foreign Affairs Committee, while a separate reported administration plan has not been officially confirmed.
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TotalEnergies’ GranMorgu offshore oil project in Suriname remains on track for first oil production in the first half of 2028. The project is being developed in Block 58 and targets the Sapakara and Krabdagu fields. With a planned production capacity of 220,000 barrels per day, GranMorgu is set to become Suriname’s first offshore oil development as construction continues.
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Artificial intelligence could provide a modest productivity boost to Europe over the medium term, according to International Monetary Fund research. The IMF estimates around 1.1% cumulative productivity gains over five years in its preferred scenario. At a September 2026 Dublin meeting, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva also discussed AI’s potential to increase productivity and growth while creating economic and social challenges.
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The U.S. government’s rules for investments involving China currently focus on semiconductors, quantum technologies and artificial intelligence, rather than pharmaceuticals. While reports have pointed to a possible new framework for pharma deals, no final official policy confirming broader restrictions or exemptions has been publicly announced. Here is what current U.S. government rules actually say about China-related investments.
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The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest-rate target by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4%, signaling continued attention to inflation and economic conditions. The move reflects policymakers’ ongoing effort to balance price stability with economic activity. Higher rates can influence borrowing costs, consumer spending and business investment, while future decisions are expected to depend on incoming economic data and inflation trends.
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From skylines to cafés, global cities are losing their distinct identities. Globalization, digital culture, and standardized development are reshaping urban life into a familiar blueprint.
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Economic growth alone never told the full story. Five decades of global data show how health, education, stability, and opportunity transformed billions of lives.
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Global growth slows to its weakest post-COVID phase as World Bank warns of 2.5% expansion. High rates, debt pressure, and weak trade reshape the world economy.
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As security challenges multiply, NATO countries are under growing pressure to increase military spending. The debate reflects a broader shift in how governments view defence, technology, and long-term geopolitical risks.
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Canada is among 60 economies facing proposed U.S. tariffs after Washington said trading partners have not done enough to curb goods linked to forced labour. The measures remain under review.
