We look at what’s behind the rising cost of living and the action being taken by policymakers.

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We look at what’s behind the rising cost of living and the action being taken by policymakers.
The Chinese government has announced 33-point stimulus plan to put the economy back on track.
African Union says disruption of Ukraine grain exports risks ‘catastrophic scenario’ of food shortages and price rises.
COVID-19 in China, rising interest rates and the cost of living crisis have darkened the outlook for the months ahead.
The US president has launched the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity with 12 countries.
A recent meltdown in the crypto market has caused panic among investors.
Ferdinand Marcos Jr has won the presidential election, but there are challenges to achieving robust economic recovery.
Russia shuts the gas taps for two European nations, while the EU proposes a ban on Russian oil imports.
The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has struck a deal to acquire Twitter for $44bn. How will the platform change?
Finance minister has made a request for a Rapid Financing Instrument with the IMF. What are the chances for a bailout?
Monthly Inflation soared across different Latin American countries in March.
President Joe Biden orders ‘unprecedented’ release of US oil reserves.
As Europe is threatened with gas shortages, it looks for alternatives to supplies from Russia.
Many European countries boost their defence budgets with an increase in demand for American-made weapons.