The French government has announced a €2bn fund to finance the production of critical metals, which are essential to the manufacture of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs), wind turbines, and solar panels. In France, the announcement comes as global demand for these...
Governments/Institutions
Is the Stock Market Open on Presidents’ Day 2023?
The stock market in the United States will be closed on Monday, February 20, 2023, in observance of Presidents' Day. The closure will affect all major U.S. stock exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ. This closure is a federal holiday and...
Latin American Countries Eyeing Opportunities in the Booming Lithium Market
As the global demand for lithium, a crucial component in batteries used in electric vehicles and other high-tech devices, continues to surge, Latin American countries are seeking to capitalize on their vast reserves of the metal. Bolivia, Argentina, and Chile, known...
China Begins Construction of Offshore Wind Farm with Innovative 16 MW Wind Turbines
New Era of Clean Energy in China China has taken a huge step in its journey towards renewable energy by starting the construction of an offshore wind farm equipped with state-of-the-art 16 MW wind turbines. This move is a reflection of China's commitment to a greener...
Harris Administration Allocates $1 Billion for Central America
Recently, Vice President Kamala Harris of the United States announced an allocation of $1 billion for investment in Central America. The investment will be used to address the root causes of migration from the region to the US, and support its development. Investment...
43 Million Investment for Improving Water Quality in South Holland Agricultural Areas
The government of South Holland, Netherlands, has announced a 43 million euro investment for improving water quality in the agricultural areas of the region. Reasons for Investment There has been a growing concern about the impact of agricultural activities on water...
Belgium is one of the best in Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is a critical issue for countries around the world, as the increasing reliance on technology has made it more important than ever to protect sensitive information from online threats. A recent report has ranked Belgium among the top students in the field...
New York City launch $75 million ‘Opportunity Fund’ to aid struggling small business
New York City Mayor, Eric Adams, recently announced a new partnership with Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and Mastercard Inc. to create the biggest public-private loan fund for small enterprises in the city’s history. - This is a first-of-its-kind $75 million NYC Small...