IMF / Western Hemisphere Department Press Briefing
Despite volatile global conditions, Latin America and the Caribbean have managed to stay on a steady growth path. Speaking at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2025 Annual Meeting, Rodrigo Valdés, IMF’s Director of the Western Hemisphere Department, outlined a picture…
Trends in fertilisation technology
DLG 17 October 2025 – Fertilisation technology evolves with precision slurry systems, AI-driven mineral spreaders and combination methods for efficient, low-loss nutrient application By Susanne Höcherl, Freising; Ulrich Lossie, Nienburg High power, extended operating windows, simple documentation, increased efficiency through improved…
CTO launches “Our Cultural Gem” Campaign for Caribbean Tourism Month
Source: Caribbean Tourism Organization November campaign to spotlight the region’s cultural and creative power BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (October 17, 2025) — The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) today announced the launch of a regional storytelling initiative that will anchor Caribbean Tourism Month…
IMF / Regional Economic Outlook for Europe Press Briefing
Effective policy action helped steer Europe through a strong post-pandemic rebound, though the recovery is now moderating as the region faces renewed headwinds. At the International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2025 Annual Meeting, Alfred Kammer, Director of the IMF’s European Department,…
IMF / Regional Economic Outlook for the Middle East and Central Asia Press Briefing
Growth across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and Pakistan is exceeding expectations this year, lifted by resilient domestic demand, stronger oil output and steady remittance and tourism flows. The assessment came during the International Monetary Fund (IMF)…
Vice-Chancellor’s Forum: “Promises, Passports, and Possibilities: Free Movement, the CSME, and the Caribbean Regionalisation Project.”
The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica, W.I. Thursday, October 16, 2025—On October 21, The University of the West Indies (The UWI) will tackle one of the Caribbean’s most pressing issues in an upcoming Vice-Chancellor’s Forum. Titled “Promises, Passports, and Possibilities: Free…
Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to be a celebration of Harmony
16 October 2025 – ‘Armonia’ (harmony) has been announced as the theme for the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 opening ceremony, which takes place on February 6, 2026, at the Milan San Siro Olympic Stadium. ‘Armonia’ will be at the heart of a…
DLG−Agrifuture Concept Winners 2025 announced – Visionary Ideas in agricultural technology recognized
Five winners selected from a shortlist of eight candidates – Experts from DLG committees, academia, and international representatives determine the winners – Award ceremony on 12 November 2025 at Agritechnica – agritechnica.com. The DLG (German Agricultural Society) has today announced the…
2026 Lamborghini Super Trofeo Asia, Europe and North America calendars unveiled
The category reserved for the Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 to contest 36 races at 16 of the world’s most iconic venues around the globe Sant’Agata Bolognese, 17 October 2025 – Lamborghini Squadra Corse has unveiled the provisional calendars for the 2026…
IMF / Asia and Pacific Department Press Briefing Thu Oct 16
Despite mounting external shocks and persistent structural challenges, the Asia-Pacific region is regaining momentum, with growth projections outpacing expectations. Speaking at the 2025 International Monetary Fund (IMF) Annual Meeting, Krishna Srinivasan, Director of the IMF’s Asia and Pacific Department, opened…
