Ukrainians reportedly boosting domestic arms industry in anticipation of possible Trump return to office

In Quito, the capital city of Ecuador, a vehicle manufacturing facility is overwhelmed with demands to transform high-end vehicles into armored, bullet-resistant machines. This surge results from the growing influence of drug trafficking and the corresponding increase in the nation’s security industry. High-end vehicles frequently roll into workshops, where they undergo a thorough overhaul. They […]

Latin America braces for a shift as its older people population is set to soar. ECLAC forecasts a jump to 200 million by 2065 from today’s 50 million. This aging trend mirrors global patterns, with the senior population expected to hit 2.1 billion by 2050. Such growth strains healthcare, pensions, and labor markets. In response, […]

EFTA nations, comprising Iceland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and Norway, are actively pursuing a trade agreement with Mercosur during their discussions in Brazil. This collaborative effort aims to enhance economic relations and trade between the two blocs. The EFTA countries, consisting of Europe’s wealthiest nations like Norway and Switzerland, operate independently of the European Union and enjoy […]