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Securing inputs is key to Seoul’s diplomatic strategy
South Korea seeks to diversify and strengthen its critical minerals supply, leveraging its global network and experience
South KoreaCalifornia’s AI bill promises more ethical oversight
The Safety Bill which aims to address existential risks of AI is drawing industry criticism despite amendments
United StatesSteady growth in Japan should support more rate rises
Services activity edged down in June but GDP improved in the second quarter, with all major drivers strengthening
JapanUS data signals slow, steady rate cuts starting soon
Retail sales rose strongly in July and unemployment claims edged lower at the start of August but inflation is easing
United StatesRussian phishing campaigns grow more sophisticated
Kremlin-backed hackers are targeting dissidents in an elaborate phishing campaign
RussiaAI investments will take years to pay off
Over USD1tn has been invested in AI with the intention of lifting productivity
InternationalSoft Chinese activity prompts calls for more stimulus
Retail sales edged up to 2.7% growth but investment and industrial output slowed slightly and unemployment picked up
ChinaUK economy is on track for a steady recovery
GDP is growing relatively solidly, keeping the economy on track for growth of 1.0% or more
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