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As plans for three new ‘mega-bridges’ take shape, the government intends to impose stringent environmental assessments for the vast structures. However, critics say equal emphasis should also be placed on identifying financing options to avoid construction delays.

El reciente crecimiento económico de Panamá ha sido impulsado por el gasto público en proyectos de infraestructura a gran escala, sin embargo, es probable que el sostenimiento de los niveles de desarrollo se vea comprometido si no se llevan a cabo mejoras sustanciales en el sistema educativo.

An overhaul of South Africa’s financial regulations, already considered some of the most robust worldwide, is likely to result in a shake up for the insurance sector. While the new system will strengthen oversight and boost transparency, it is also expected to push up the cost of compliance, which in turn could lead to industry consolidation.

Les richesses naturelles du Gabon ne se limitent pas au bois, au pétrole et aux minerais. Bien que l’industrie minière soit principalement centrée sur l’exploitation du manganèse, les travaux d’exploration de l’or et du fer devraient contribuer à diversifier le secteur.

Automotive sales in Malaysia slipped down a gear in the second quarter, with both April and May showing a deceleration in the figures, though experts believe activity in the industry will pick up in the latter half of the year after the government unveils a new policy aimed at reducing vehicle price tags.

Developing stronger ties between Jordan and Iraq was among the topics of discussion at the latest World Economic Forum (WEF) on the Middle East and North Africa, which was hosted by the Kingdom in May.