Scores of young Nepali men have gone to fight, some lured by Russia’s promise of work, others to fight for Ukraine, raising the prospect of Nepalis fighting one another in a distant war.
Tag: Economic Conditions and Trends
Prospect of Prolonged Israel-Gaza War Adds Economic Havoc to Human Toll
A widening conflict would test Israel’s economic resilience while worsening an already bleak outlook for the Palestinian economy.
Ukraine’s Economy Starts to Rebound as It Adapts to War
Economists predict a return to growth, but many challenges lie ahead, including the rebuilding of war-torn cities and labor shortages.
Venezuela Pledges Small Steps Toward Fair Elections Next Year
The agreement signed on Tuesday by the country’s authoritarian government and the opposition would not allow all candidates to run.
What to Know About the New Zealand Election
Voters head to the polls this weekend in an election that is likely to show a rightward and populist shift in the country’s politics.
Yellen Says U.S. Is Considering New Sanctions on Iran and Hamas
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said she was not yet seeing an economic impact from the Israel-Gaza war.
Keir Starmer, UK Labour Party Leader, Vows to Rebuild Britain Amid Protest
Keir Starmer, the leader of the U.K. opposition, brushed off an unexpected onstage protest to make a pitch that his party could rebuild the country after 13 years of Conservative rule.
Fragile Global Economy Faces New Crisis in Israel-Gaza War
A war in the Middle East could complicate efforts to contain inflation at a time when world output is “limping along.”
Yellen May Face Questions in Morocco Over U.S. Dysfunction
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen calls on Congress to authorize more economic support for Ukraine.
Town’s Revolt Reveals Larger German Concerns About Arming Ukraine
The resistance of tiny Grossenhain to a new arms plant shows how the government’s plan for a more assertive foreign policy is struggling to gain traction.