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Global matcha craze sees Japan exports soar
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Semafor • Oct 27, 2025
Nigeria, Mozambique lead Africa’s pursuit of energy independence
The Dangote oil refinery in Nigeria said it aims to more than double its capacity, while work resumes on a major LNG facility in Mozambique.
Semafor • Oct 27, 2025
Japan’s new leader faces tough road ahead
Sanae Takaichi has promised a 'proactive' fiscal expansion, but will first face tough tests with Japan’s biggest trading partners, including the US.
Zeteo • Oct 27, 2025
👑 The Madness of King Donald
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Semafor • Oct 27, 2025
Saudi set for 130 million tourists in 2025
The country's tourism industry is on track to meet 2030 goals of attracting 150 million visitors including domestic travelers.
Semafor • Oct 27, 2025
African banks are aiming for DR Congo’s growth opportunity
Top institutions from Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, and South Africa are among those entering or expanding their presence in the resource-rich country.
Semafor • Oct 27, 2025
Africa’s top bank has a fresh chance to bet on nuclear
The AfDB’s longheld rationale to avoid financing nuclear energy’s high costs is increasingly outdated.
Semafor • Oct 27, 2025
US-Latam trade deals see progress
Brazil’s leader said US President Donald Trump 'guaranteed' that the countries would reach an agreement to lower Washington’s 50% tariffs.
Semafor • Oct 27, 2025
Saudi’s FII matures from spectacle to reality
The kingdom’s flagship investment forum retains the glitz but is now more focused on the execution of economic transformation policies.
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