Brazil's new Minister of Planning, Bruno Moriti, has appointed leftist economist Guilherme Mello as his deputy. This move aims to restructure the federal government's economic team ahead of the elections, distancing Mello from competing for a seat on the Central Bank's board.
The Finance Committee of the Senate reviewed government measures aimed at tackling economic and social challenges amid current conditions. This initiative is part of the government's efforts to enhance stability and support citizens.
The results of the traders' elections in Bahrain have been announced, with 17 candidates from the electoral bloc winning, alongside one independent candidate. A total of 1,027 traders participated, representing 2,613 votes, highlighting significant engagement from the business community.
Indonesian President <strong>Joko Widodo</strong> held a limited meeting with several ministers on March 28, 2026, to discuss necessary amendments to economic and energy policies. This video conference reflects the government's efforts to maintain national economic stability.
The British Reform Party, known for its right-wing stance, has announced its reversal of plans to nationalize water and energy companies. This decision reflects a shift towards economic policies aimed at reducing the role of the state amid increasing economic pressures on the UK government.
The recent elections in Rhineland-Palatinate saw a significant success for the Alternative for Germany (AfD), which garnered <strong>19.5%</strong> of the votes, reflecting increasing support among working-class voters. This comes at a time when the country is grappling with economic stagnation and the loss of numerous industrial jobs.