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In this episode, John C. Williams, president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, discusses monetary policy and the economic outlook for the year ahead.
Background Reading:
- This article highlights the trade policies four CFR experts will be monitoring this year.
Host: Abby Joseph Cohen, Professor of Business, Columbia Business School
Guests: John C. Williams, President and CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of New York
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Categories: Defense Policy
Israel blocks Palestinians from attending Ramadan Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa
Israel says it will allow only 10,000 Palestinians from the West Bank to enter mosque for holy month tradition.
Categories: South Asia
Tracking the rapid US military build-up near Iran
As tensions between the US and Iran rise, we examine the military assets Washington has deployed to the Middle East.
Categories: South Asia
Trump’s Board of Peace faces its first test on Gaza
Members of Donald Trump’s Board of Peace expressed optimism about peace and rebuilding in Gaza at its inaugural session.
Categories: South Asia
Venezuela signs amnesty law as families await prison releases
Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodriguez signed an amnesty law that could free hundreds of political prisoners.
Categories: South Asia
Gambian Jammeh-era victims seek ‘real justice’ beyond reparations
Those who suffered abuses under Jammeh say the ex-leader now comfortably in exile must be held accountable for crimes.
Categories: South Asia
Bolivia’s ex-leader Morales reappears in stronghold after 7-week absence
The public appearance ends rumours that Morales fled the country following the abduction of Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela.
Categories: South Asia
Is southern Yemen’s next phase being decided on the ground?
Security fragmentation and regional rivalries are reshaping power in southern Yemen.
Categories: South Asia
US jets escort Russian military aircraft out of Alaska’s air defence zone
NORAD says aircraft did not enter sovereign airspace and were not considered a threat.
Categories: South Asia
One killed, 11 injured in Yemen after security forces disperse STC storming
Protest erupts after the internationally recognised gov't holds its first session in the southern city of Aden.
Categories: South Asia
Trump gives Iran 10-15 days to make deal, warns ‘bad things will happen’
Donald Trump has warned Iran it has 10 to 15 days to reach a deal over its nuclear program, or “bad things” will happen.
Categories: South Asia
Venezuela grants amnesty that could release hundreds of political detainees
More than 600 people may be in custody for political reasons, one Venezuelan rights group estimates.
Categories: South Asia
Three aid workers killed, 4 wounded in RSF drone attack in Sudan’s Kordofan
The attack comes as the UN releases a report which found that RSF actions have hallmarks of genocide in el-Fasher.
Categories: South Asia
Trump orders Pentagon, federal agencies to release files on UFOs and aliens
US president's announcement comes amid a surge of interest following comments on aliens by ex-President Barack Obama.
Categories: South Asia
Deadly tower collapse has locals in Lebanon’s Tripoli asking: Are we next?
February 8 collapse killed at least 15 people in Lebanon's second city, where buildings are in poor condition.
Categories: South Asia
Indonesia, Morocco, Kosovo among 5 countries to send troops under Gaza plan
Kazakhstan and Kosovo have also pledged to participate, while Egypt and Jordan will provide training for police.
Categories: South Asia
Major road crash leaves 18 dead, 3 injured in northeast Egypt
Road accidents, often linked to speeding, claim thousands of lives each year in Egypt.
Categories: South Asia
US pays about $160m towards nearly $4bn in UN dues
President Trump has slashed foreign aid and repeatedly criticised the United Nations for failing to meet its goals.
Categories: South Asia
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un pledges to lift living standards at rare congress
Kim's opening speech focused on improving economic activity, with no mention of relations with the US or South Korea.
Categories: South Asia
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,457
These are the key developments from day 1,457 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Categories: South Asia