The IMEC network in the Gulf advances with the participation of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman. The lack of diplomatic normalization between Saudi Arabia and Israel is the biggest obstacle. Bahrain’s inclusion would benefit the project with its ties to Saudi Arabia, its financial importance and its logistical potential. Oman’s inclusion would resolve security risks in the Strait of Hormuz.
El gasto del consumidor y la demanda de visitantes en la región de Washington, DC, están disminuyendo, afectando los ingresos fiscales y el bienestar. La administración de Donald Trump y la presencia de la Guardia Nacional influyen negativamente. En 2025, se observa una baja en el gasto local y en la demanda de visitantes.
La visita de Putin a la India en diciembre de 2025 fortalece la relación bilateral a largo plazo, destacando la cooperación comercial y en energía. Se firmaron acuerdos en migración, salud, comercio y educación, y se proyecta la cooperación en el Ártico. La India busca diversificar proveedores de hidrocarburos y superar desafíos como la participación en conflictos militares rusos.
The European Commission proposes reforming consent for personal data processing in the EU, simplifying online consent management and reducing situations requiring it. Although it could alleviate user fatigue, it must be avoided that companies abuse it and ensure data protection.
Donald Kohn promoted interest payments on bank reserves at the Federal Reserve, arguing that not doing so was a hidden tax on banks. In 2006, Congress authorized interest payments, which were implemented in 2008 to stabilize the economy after the financial crisis. Kohn noted that paying interest on reserves benefits financial stability and helps the Federal Reserve to meet its monetary objectives.
