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Going Grassroots: 5 Key Learnings from Community Grants
This current moment is challenging, with rising community needs and funding cuts. Grassroots organizations offer flexibility and innovation, making a significant impact. Prioritizing unrestricted funding and those with lived experience fosters more effective and sustainable solutions for communities....
Politics Aside, China-Germany Business Ties Likely to Remain Tight Under Merz
Germany will soon have a new coalition government led by Friedrich Merz. Overseeing the largest economy in the EU the government’s position on China will have a significant impact on the Asian country’s trade and investment relations with the region. ...
Downsizing Demand: What Airlines Do When the Seats Stop Selling
Negative economic headlines have surged, highlighting declining consumer confidence and stock performance. Inflation and recession fears affect discretionary spending industries like leisure air travel, compounded by increased aviation accidents, leaving the market struggling as summer approaches. Explore the impact of these developments and what actions to take next. ...
How to Be an Environmental Steward in Today’s Shifting Policy Landscape
Companies are navigating environmental stewardship amid political uncertainty. APCO's Pulse Check survey shows bipartisan public support for corporate sustainability. To adapt, businesses should maintain consistent commitments, align with stakeholder concerns and utilize coalitions....
European Parliament Adopts Proposal Delaying the Application Dates of CSRD and CSDDD
On 3 April, the European Parliament adopted the "Stop the Clock" Directive, which delays the implementation timelines of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) by two years for certain companies and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) by one year....
From Shock to Strategy: Finding Opportunity as the Trump Doctrine Reshapes the World Order
The first 70 days of the second Trump administration have revealed a framework for how the 47th U.S. president wants to reshape the world and how he will pursue his agenda. By understanding the three pillars to the Trump Doctrine, businesses can make informed decisions about how to proceed and perhaps thrive in this new era. ...
China’s Low-Altitude Economy: A Rapidly Developing Sector to Watch
China’s low-altitude economy is booming, with low-altitude unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), electric vertical takeoff and landings (eVTOL) and policy support driving growth. Explore how multinational corporations can benefit for this industry's rapid growth....
Transatlantic Tensions: EU’s Response to U.S. Tariffs
The U.S.-EU alliance has strained under Trump’s administration due to his protectionist policies. The EU is retaliating with tariffs while shifting trade policies and boosting defense production, but economic concerns complicate unified decision-making among member states....
How the KSA-UAE Gaming Race Opens Doors for Chinese Collaboration
The gaming boom in Saudi Arabia and the UAE is creating new opportunities for Chinese companies to expand in the Gulf. Explore how China can navigate the region’s dynamic gaming landscape....
Transforming Uncertainty Into Opportunity: How Gulf Businesses Can Navigate a New Global Order
Businesses in the Gulf are navigating a shifting global landscape by leveraging technology, strategic partnerships and economic diversification. Explores how transparency, agility and innovation can transform uncertainty into opportunity, positioning the region as a key player in global trade, finance and technology....