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Business leaders across Nigeria are celebrating a new customs system that makes international trade faster and fairer. The reform puts trust before punishment, helping companies grow while protecting the country's economy.
A major Japanese railway company just opened a two-way door for Taiwan's startup ecosystem, making it easier than ever for innovators to enter Japan's western business hub. The partnership replaces years of one-off visits with permanent infrastructure and real pathways to growth.
A construction company founded in 1876 proves that putting people first isn't just good ethics, it's brilliant business. Sewell Group celebrated 150 years by revealing the secret to their success: kindness as their core strategy.
Control might feel like leadership, but it's actually holding teams back from their best work. Workplace culture expert Jessica Kriegel shares a counterintuitive approach that unlocks extraordinary results. ---
The Netherlands saw fewer companies go under in June compared to last year, continuing a positive trend that's been building since autumn 2024. With bankruptcies down and the rate falling to 8.1 per 100,000 businesses, Dutch entrepreneurs are finding firmer footing.
American businesses are getting $35.5 billion back after tariffs imposed in 2025 were ruled illegal. Major companies from automakers to sportswear brands are already expecting significant profit boosts from the refunds.
In 1948, two frustrated restaurant owners closed their doors for three months and emerged with a radical idea that would transform how the world eats. By slashing their menu and reimagining their kitchen as an assembly line, the McDonald brothers accidentally invented fast food.
Asia's biggest startup event brought 770 exhibitors and 60,000 attendees to Tokyo this week. The three-day convention connects entrepreneurs, major companies, and investors looking to build the future together.
The United Arab Emirates has claimed the world's number one spot for entrepreneurship ecosystems for five consecutive years, beating out advanced economies across every major measure. The country is setting a new global standard for what it means to support innovation and startups.
The US government launched a refund system for $166 billion collected through tariffs that the Supreme Court ruled illegal. Over 330,000 importers who paid these duties can now start claiming their money back.
Dr. Cecilia Ibru, a pioneering woman in Nigerian banking, turns 80 this week. A former employee shares how her mentorship and bold leadership transformed careers and the nation's financial landscape.
Finland's corporate giants say welcoming more international workers is essential for economic growth, with 85% linking immigration directly to GDP gains. The shift reflects a shrinking workforce and urgent need for tech and healthcare talent.
