NNW Bureau

Harnessing AI could improve productivity and help offset demographic pressures WASHINGTON, October 6, 2026—Amid higher energy prices, heightened uncertainty, and weaker economic expansion in trading partners, growth in Europe and …

AI adoption can help create jobs, sustain growth WASHINGTON, October 6, 2026—Exceeding earlier projections, growth in South Asia is expected to increase to 6.9% this year, with strong domestic demand …

KATHMANDU, October 6, 2026—Growth in Nepal is projected to slow to 3.7% in FY27 following disruptions to industry and services caused by the August 26 flood, according to the World …

DHAKA, October 6, 2026—Since 2023, Bangladesh’s economic growth has been facing slowdown as persistent structural constraints—including deepening energy sector, financial sector vulnerability, and weak domestic revenue mobilization—along with global uncertainties …

NEW DELHI, October 6, 2026 —India’s economy is projected to grow at 7.1% in FY27 supported by robust domestic demand and strong exports, despite global headwinds. It remains one of …

Longer term, artificial intelligence has the potential to boost regional productivity and growth, but structural gaps must be closed WASHINGTON, October 6, 2026 — The conflict that began in February …

Agribusiness and increased private investment can unlock growth, create jobs COLOMBO, October 6, 2026—Sri Lanka’s economy reached a significant milestone, reaching pre-crisis levels. But the recovery remains incomplete and uneven, …

Washington, DC: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team, led by Ms. Ran Bi, conducted discussions with the Somali authorities in Nairobi during September 21–October 1, 2026 on the 2026 …

Washington, DC: From September 23 to October 6, 2026, an International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team led by Mr. Albert Touna Mama held discussions with the Rwandan authorities on the …

Lacrosse qualification at LA28 Olympics: Key facts There are two lacrosse tournaments at LA28: men’s and women’s, with six teams competing in each event. As hosts, the USA have one quota …