Tag: India

EU Carbon Tariffs Risk Trade War With India

Carbon tariffs are a keystone of the EU’s “Fit for 55” package, but they may also herald a new era of protectionism and put strain on geopolitical relations.

India Bans Wheat Export to Ensure “Overall Food Security”

In early May, the Indian Prime Minister announced India was ready “to feed the world” to combat the food shortage following the war in Ukraine. But contrary to expectation, the Indian government enacted an export ban on wheat to combat soaring domestic prices.

Hungarian Trucking Company Hiring Indian Drivers

Europe has an overall shortage of truck drivers. According to Transport Intelligence, the continent lacks as many as 400,000 drivers, as truckers have retired and fewer young people are interested in taking up the profession.

Russia Trade Deal with India Dumps U.S. Dollar

Asian countries have long had a back-up system in place, independent of the dollar, for funding foreign trade. However, to date it has not been used for the financing of regular trade transactions.

Mother Teresa’s Order Has a New Superior

Sr. Joseph, the first Indian woman to take on the mantle, is now the third nun to lead the sisters, universally known for their devotion to the poorest in society.