Economy – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 13, 2025

Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 13, 2025.

MIL-OSI Economics: Press Briefing Transcript: Julie Kozack, Director, Communications Department, June 12, 2025
Source: International Monetary Fund June 12, 2025 SPEAKER:  Ms. Julie Kozack, Director of the Communications Department, IMF MS. KOZACK: Good morning, everyone, and welcome to this IMF Press Briefing. My name is Julie Kozak. I’m the Director of Communications at the IMF.  As usual, this press briefing will be embargoed until 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time in […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Under Armour YouTube ads emphasize performance, resilience, and aspirational journeys to connect with diverse athletes, reveals GlobalData
Source: GlobalData Under Armour YouTube ads emphasize performance, resilience, and aspirational journeys to connect with diverse athletes, reveals GlobalData Posted in Business Fundamentals Under Armour Inc’s YouTube advertising campaigns from March to May 2025 emphasize the brand’s commitment to athletic excellence, resilience, and personal growth, targeting aspiring athletes and sports enthusiasts. They highlight the importance […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Philippines’ annual renewable power generation to reach 69.4TWh in 2035, forecasts GlobalData
Source: GlobalData Philippines’ annual renewable power generation to reach 69.4TWh in 2035, forecasts GlobalData Posted in Power The Department of Energy in the Philippines has established an ambitious objective of attaining 35% renewable energy generation by 2030. Furthermore, the country is on a path to install 15GW of clean energy by the same year. It […]

MIL-OSI Economics: US cardiovascular device market under threat from tariffs, says GlobalData
Source: GlobalData US cardiovascular device market under threat from tariffs, says GlobalData Posted in Medical Devices US medical device companies continue to face uncertainty and instability as President Donald Trump’s tariffs continue to disrupt the market. Major manufacturers are currently most concerned with supply chain interruptions and cost increases, leading to constant adjustments of company […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: The Foreign Secretary’s Mansion House Speech 2025
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Speech The Foreign Secretary’s Mansion House Speech 2025 The Foreign Secretary delivers his 2025 Mansion House Speech. My Lord Mayor, Your Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen… thank you for hosting me. My thoughts are with all those affected by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad this morning. I […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Wool carpets for state houses a win-win
Source: New Zealand Government The return of wool carpets to state homes has been welcomed by Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Agriculture Minister Mark Patterson. State housing agency Kāinga Ora announced today that from next month, a new supplier agreement will deliver woollen carpets for the fit-out of new state homes. “The decision is great […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Supercharging residential solar power generation
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is expanding the permitted voltage range for electricity networks, so Kiwis with solar panels can send more power back to the grid. Changes are being made to clarify that a building consent is not needed to install rooftop solar panels on existing buildings.  Councils will be required to process […]

MIL-OSI USA: Cantwell Critical of Trade Chaos as Trump Administration Rejects Rules-Based Trade System
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Washington Maria Cantwell 06.12.25 Cantwell Critical of Trade Chaos as Trump Administration Rejects Rules-Based Trade System Under questioning from Cantwell, Bessent downplays the need for predictability and transparency in trade policies; Cantwell: “We have to be for a rules-based regime” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell […]

MIL-OSI USA News: Statement by the President
Source: US Whitehouse Today, I signed into law (1) H.J. Res. 87, “Joint Resolution providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to ‘California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: Crypto – Ethereum Community Releases Comprehensive Report Outlining Ether’s Bull Case to Institutional Investors
Source: Etherealize Report Underscores ETH’s Value Proposition as the “Digital Oil” Powering a Global Digital Economy Report’s Contributors Include Etherealize’s Vivek Raman, Founder and CEO of ether.fi Mike Silagadze, and Other Leading Figures from the Ethereum Community NEW YORK – Members of the Ethereum community today announced the release of a new report targeting institutional […]

MIL-OSI USA: Newhouse Commends Trump Action on Lower Snake River Dams
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Dan Newhouse (4th District of Washington) Headline: Newhouse Commends Trump Action on Lower Snake River Dams WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement on President Donald Trump’s memorandum revoking the Biden administration’s executive actions targeting the Lower Snake River dams. “Throughout my time […]

MIL-Evening Report: NZ has a vast sea territory but lags behind other nations in protecting the ocean
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Conrad Pilditch, Professor of Marine Sciences, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau Getty Images For the past fortnight, the city of Nice in France has been the global epicentre of ocean science and politics. Last week’s One Ocean Science Congress ended with a unanimous call for action […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Speech to Hospitality NZ Conference
Source: New Zealand Government Good morning,  Thank you for inviting me to address the Hospitality Conference 2025 right here in Wellington today. I would like to begin by acknowledging:     Nick Keene, National President of Hospitality New Zealand,  Steve Armitage, Chief Executive of Hospitality New Zealand, members of your Board, and  the members of your […]

MIL-OSI USA: Senator Markey, Health, Labor Leaders, Educators, Climate Advocates Host Virtual Teach-In on Trump Administration’s Cuts to Critical Funding
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Massachusetts Ed Markey Health Care and Food Justice Cuts | Climate and Education Cuts Washington (June 12, 2025) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), a member of the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee and the Environment and Public Works Committee, yesterday hosted virtual teach-ins on […]

MIL-OSI USA: Reps. Lawler and Riley Introduce Bipartisan Leaps Act to Help Farmers Cut Costs, Conserve Water, and Reduce Emissions
Source: US Congressman Mike Lawler (R, NY-17) Washington, D.C. – 6/12/25… Today, Reps. Mike Lawler (NY-17) and Josh Riley (NY-19)  introduced the Leveraging Efficiency Awareness for Pumping Systems (LEAPS) Act, a commonsense, bipartisan bill to help farmers, ranchers, and aquaculture producers save money on energy costs, conserve water, and reduce carbon emissions by modernizing irrigation […]

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Prime Minister to visit China and Europe
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will travel to China and Europe next week. He will be joined in Shanghai and Beijing with a delegation of senior New Zealand business leaders. “China is New Zealand’s largest trading partner and a vital part of our economic story,” Mr Luxon says. The visit will focus on growing […]

MIL-Evening Report: It took more than a century, but women are taking charge of Australia’s economy – here’s why it matters
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Duygu Yengin, Associate Professor of Economics, University of Adelaide For the first time in its 124-year history, Treasury will be led by a woman. Jenny Wilkinson’s appointment is historic in its own right. Even more remarkable is the fact she joins Michele Bullock at the Reserve Bank […]

MIL-OSI Africa: Niger’s Economy Rebounds in 2024 Thanks to Large-Scale Oil Exports and a Good Agricultural Season
Source: Africa Press Organisation – English (2) – Report: Download logo Niger’s economy recorded robust growth in 2024, driven by large-scale oil exports. However, short-term sources of growth remain limited and exposed to downside risks, according to the World Bank’s latest economic update for Niger, published today. The report analyzes the country’s economic, and poverty […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Transforming fixed income data management with AI and human expertise
Source: Bloomberg Press Statements Headline: Transforming fixed income data management with AI and human expertise With the increasing complexity of global finance, speed must be matched with accuracy and context. Recognizing this, for some use cases, Bloomberg has adopted a “human-in-the-loop” workflow in which human intelligence augments automated systems. This approach allows subject matter experts with […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Building pathways together: Bloomberg, TIAA/Nuveen, and City Tutors invest in the next generation
Source: Bloomberg Press Statements Headline: Building pathways together: Bloomberg, TIAA/Nuveen, and City Tutors invest in the next generation On a recent spring evening, more than 100 students, mentors, and professionals came together at Bloomberg’s Global Headquarters for a career-focused gathering hosted in partnership with TIAA/Nuveen and City Tutors. This gathering was part of Bloomberg’s Your […]