France downgraded by S&P as budget uncertainty ‘remains elevated’

Shorouk Express The freeze of the pensions law until the next presidential election in 2027 was significant concession to the Socialist Party. Retirement reform was considered a flagship achievement for French President Emmanuel Macron. “Uncertainty on public finances remains elevated ahead of the 2027 presidential elections,” S&P said in its statement. “One example of this is the new…

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Azerbaijan boosts budget to clear mines from liberated lands

Shorouk Express BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 27.​ Azerbaijan continues large-scale operations to clear its liberated territories of mines and unexploded ordnance, Trend reports. The Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA) has launched cooperation with several domestic and international companies to accelerate demining activities. ANAMA signed agreements with “Safe Point” Closed Joint Stock Company (CJSC), “Azerbaijan…

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