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Economics & Business · August, 2025

Stories about Economics & Business from August, 2025

Cambodian workers face violence and threats amid escalating border tensions with Thailand

Around 500,000 Cambodian workers hold permits to work in Thailand

Written by Prachatai

26 August 2025

Does AI really have the power to positively transform the lives of the global majority?

Without action, the AI boom may prove to be a bust for less-resourced nations

Written by Aaron Spitler

25 August 2025

LIVE on August 26: Competing influences – Unpacking China's green investments in South Asia

The session will be live streamed on YouTube

Written by Global Climate Justice Fellowship

22 August 2025

This Indonesian island is projected to be an ‘Eco-City,’ but at what cost?

Officials say the Rempang Eco City will create hundreds of jobs and drive Indonesia's green energy transition

Written by Hasya Nindita, Zhaoyin Feng

21 August 2025

How villagers in Kazakhstan fought against a Chinese cement plant and lost

A modern tale similar to the battle between David and Goliath, but with the underdog losing

Written by Nurbek Bekmurzaev, Brian Hioe

19 August 2025

Is China responsible for the illegal extraction of mineral resources by its companies in Africa?

Some activists argue that China's presence in Africa is another form of modern-day colonization

Written by Jean Sovon, Vivian Wu

17 August 2025

Trump, Aliyev, and Pashinyan’s historic agreement: A chance for peace?

The U.S. and Azerbaijani presidents and the Armenian prime minister signed a series of agreements

Written by Mikheil Khachidze, Arzu Geybullayeva

16 August 2025

A ‘Time of Trial’: Rastafari haven disrespected and ruined in Jamaica

‘In our pursuit of the Cult of Development, Jamaica is losing its way, its humanity’

Written by Emma Lewis

16 August 2025

Africa’s blue economy is still an underutilized resource

More than 90 percent of African trade occurs by sea

Written by Jean Sovon

Translated by Laura

15 August 2025

The Aliyevs’ Turkish retreat: luxury real estate investment in the shadow of corruption

On paper, the deal reads like a straightforward real estate transaction

Written by Arzu Geybullayeva

15 August 2025

‘Latag’ culture: Making ends meet with crafts in the Philippines

Latag is a local term referring to laying down a mat or table to sell goods

Written by Kodao Productions

12 August 2025

AfCFTA economic integration initiative aims to create free trade area in Africa

Some countries haven't ratified agreement because they fear losing customs revenue or lack adequate infrastructure

Written by Jean Sovon

Translated by Laura

8 August 2025

Copper, capital, and consequences: China’s mining gamble in Taliban-Ruled Afghanistan

After over 17 years of delays, the mine is poised to open next year despite environmental and social concerns

Written by Nurbek Bekmurzaev, Brian Hioe

7 August 2025

Belarusian hackers‘ attack on the IT infrastructure of Russia's main airline sends ‘direct message’

The breach was a demonstration of the ‘insignificance’ of the digital security of key Russian systems

Written by Daria Dergacheva

5 August 2025

What has become of Mauritania's fishermen fifteen years after the authorities signed an agreement with China?

Unchecked industrial fishing practices have severely depleted coastal waters in West Africa

Written by Jean Sovon, Vivian Wu

4 August 2025

How corruption scandals in Croatia’s healthcare sector undermine democracy

Bribing doctors and bid-rigging hospital procurement contracts contribute to a climate of distrust and frustration

Written by Harrison Budak

3 August 2025

Digital blackout: How internet shutdowns devastate the economy and daily life in North Waziristan, Pakistan

The internet is a lifeline for employment and economic stability — especially in remote areas

Written by Farooq Mahsud

2 August 2025

Africa’s ambitious push for vaccine independence

‘Our countries got independence in 1960. But we saw with COVID-19 that Africa is not independent.’

Written by Guest Contributor

1 August 2025

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