OECD
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financeUzbekistan Codifies 120 Investor Proposals into National Economic Reform Roadmap
President Mirziyoyev transforms foreign investor recommendations into policy, targeting AI, capital markets, and legal certainty while securing $7 billion in EBRD partnerships.
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techEstonia Launches World’s First Digital Identity System for Autonomous AI Agents
Estonia becomes the first nation to issue digital IDs for AI agents, establishing legal accountability and governance frameworks for autonomous systems acting on behalf of users.
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financeOil Drops Below $80 as US-Iran Deal Eases Supply Fears
Brent crude fell below $80 following a US-Iran peace framework, though OECD reserves remain at historic lows and full market recovery faces significant logistical hurdles.
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financeWhy Your Grocery Bill Remains High Despite Inflation Cooling
A breakdown of why grocery prices stay elevated even as inflation slows, covering wage costs, supply chains, and regional disparities.
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worldGlobal Oil Inventories Drain at Record Pace, IEA Warns of Price Swings
Global oil stockpiles drop by 246 million barrels in two months amid Middle East war and Strait of Hormuz disruption, IEA reports.
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healthMental Health Crisis Drains European Economies of €76 Billion Annually
OECD report reveals mental health issues cost Europe €76B each year, reducing GDP and healthy life expectancy.
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worldGlobal Foreign Aid Suffers Historic Drop: US Leads Cuts
A new study reveals a significant decline in official development assistance (ODA) from major nations in 2025, with the US drastically reducing its contributions. Germany now leads as the largest donor.
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healthLong COVID's Economic Toll: Billions Lost Annually
A new study reveals the staggering annual economic cost of Long COVID across OECD countries, projected to reach over $135 billion, impacting GDP and healthcare systems.