New Zealand's central bank governor faces backlash for backing U.S. Fed policy without consulting foreign affairs, raising independence vs. diplomacy tensions.

African mineral ministers re-elected Dr. Akinwumi Adesina as chair of the African Minerals Strategy Group in January 2026.

Indian markets stabilize in early 2026, with large and midcaps rising on strong fundamentals and reforms, despite ongoing economic challenges.

High U.S. interest rates in early 2026, due to strong jobs and inflation, raise borrowing costs for consumers.

South Africa’s 2025 inflation averaged 3.2%, the lowest in 21 years, with December at 3.6%.

Armenia and Azerbaijan to link energy grids, lowering gas prices and enabling wheat imports under U.S.-backed plan.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, promoting Pakistan’s reform agenda and foreign investment.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent attacked California Governor Gavin Newsom at Davos, calling him "economically illiterate" amid allegations of fraud and federal aid freezes.

Italy and UK condemn Trump’s threat of 25% tariffs on Europe over Greenland stance.

China's 2026 condom tax won't likely boost falling birth rates, analysts say.