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26:28

Mozambique's new president sworn in amid opposition...

World Business Report ·

2025/01/15

Daniel Chapo is officially sworn in as Mozambique's president after months of unrest that left nearly 300 dead. We explore how businesses are coping with the aftermath of the protests. Also, Sam Fenwick delves into the challenges facing Germany’s major exporters amid slowing sales and rising costs. And on a lighter note, the debate over pineapple on pizza heats up as a UK restaurant introduces a hefty price tag to deter Hawaiian pizza lovers!

26:26

Miners and body bags hauled from South African mine

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2025/01/14

The men have been underground since police operations targeting illicit mining started last year across the country. We hear the latest from Stilfontein.The US Supreme Court is expected to rule this week on TikTok's challenge to an outright ban in the US. We find out about the platform Red Note, that might take its place.And a pizzeria in the UK is so reluctant to put pineapple on their pizzas, they are instead charging $120 to anyone that orders one. We speak to the restaurant co-owner.

26:27

Pakistan’s textile industry hit by rising energy costs

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2025/01/14

We're living hand to mouth and having to borrow money from friends to pay the electric bills." These are the words of a woman who runs a textile firm in Pakistan. The Pakistan Textile Council has written to the government, warning that the country faces an energy crisis that could force manufacturing companies to shut down. Sam Fenwick is joined by a California wildfire expert who has been at the forefront of modelling high-risk areas for years.

26:26

Lebanon’s President appoints new Prime Minister

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2025/01/13

The new Prime Minister, Nawaf Salam, defeated the Hezbollah backed candidate, , the former caretaker prime minister. We find out what this could mean a new dawn for its embattled economy.China has reported its biggest-ever trade surplus, just a week before the inauguration of Donald Trump, who's promised to impose tariffs on Chinese goods.Cost-of-living pressures have overtaken climate change and the environment as the number one concern for young Australians.

26:27

China posts record annual trade surplus of nearly...

World Business Report ·

2025/01/13

Beijing has released strong economic data, reporting its largest-ever trade surplus. Also on the programme, a BBC investigation uncovers 75-hour workweeks endured by workers in Shein's fast-fashion factories in China. Could this affect the company's plans to list on the London Stock Exchange? And Sam Fenwick explores the economic impact of the Kumbh Mela in India, which is expected to generate $3.4 billion in revenue for Uttar Pradesh.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voice note: +44

26:26

Rebuilding after LA’s wildfires – who will pay

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2025/01/10

Los Angeles has been devastated by wildfires, forcing nearly 200,000 residents to flee, destroying homes, and taking lives. We hear firsthand from those caught in the chaos, including Julia Pollak, who narrowly escaped the flames.With climate change fuelling more extreme weather, insurance is increasingly out of reach for many. Benjamin Allbright of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of Louisiana weighs in on the challenges.Plus, updates on Venezuela’s contested elections, TikTok’s legal

26:29

Donald Trump sentenced in New York to 'unconditional...

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2025/01/10

The US president-elect, Donald Trump has been given an unconditional discharge over his conviction last year for business fraud. The sentence -- handed down in New York -- means he avoids prison or a fine, as expected.The popular social media platform, TikTok, is appearing before the US Supreme Court today in a last-ditch effort to overturn an imminent US ban.And in Venezuela, President Nicolás Maduro is set to be sworn in today for the third term to lead his country, despite a six-month dispute

26:28

Fierce wildfires continue burning out of control in...

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2025/01/09

Coming up on the programme, Experts estimate a $50 billion cost as wildfires continue to rage across Los Angeles. We also examine the challenges facing Lebanon’s new president as he tackles the country’s economic crisis. Plus, a look at Peru’s new megaport, poised to become Latin America’s gateway to Asia.

26:25

Joe Biden declares an emergency in California as...

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2025/01/09

At least five different wildfires are still raging around Los Angeles, and the flames are visible from space, squeezing the city in a blazing pincer. We will look at the financial costs to fight such fires and insurance costs for people who live in areas like Southern California where fires happen regularly.A new mega-port on Peru’s coastline—part of China's Belt and Road Initiative—will increase the frequency of trips to Asia this month.And Ethiopia is on the brink of launching a new stock

26:27

Deadly Los Angeles wildfires devastate homes and...

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2025/01/08

A fire at Pacific Palisades is the most destructive in LA history, officials say, with more than 1,000 buildings burned. Also, could President-elect Trump be serious about re-taking the Panama Canal? We speak with one of his former trade advisors. And, tensions rise in Venezuela with protests expected ahead of President Maduro's inauguration on Friday.

26:26

Trump warns of new tariffs against EU

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2025/01/08

President-elect Donald Trump is ramping up economic pressure on Denmark in his bid to acquire Greenland. Are Danish exporters concerned about these threats?Could the sale of new air-fryers and dishwashers reignite the Chinese economy?And we hear from the Chris Brownridge, CEO of Rolls-Royce cars.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

26:29

President Elect Trump launches scathing attack on...

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2025/01/08

President elect Donald Trump has announced some of his plans energy policies. He promises to overturn ban on offshore oil development, as well as launching a scathing attack on renewable energy such as wind powerMeta has decided to end its fact-checking programme on Facebook, Instagram and Threads.And retailer Shein has been questioned by UK MP’s over the transparency of their supply chains and allegations of human rights abuses

26:26

Meta announces cutting fact-checking on Facebook and...

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2025/01/07

In a video posted on Meta platforms, Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg has announced ditching third-party fact-checking and replacing it with a 'community notes' system similar to that of Elon Musk's X.The Pentagon has added Tencent, along with several other Chinese companies, to its blacklist of firms with suspected ties to the Chinese military. And Sudan's military-led government has lifted a 10-month-long block on crude oil exports from its landlocked neighbour, South Sudan, after the two countries

26:26

Concerns Trump tariff threat could trigger Canada...

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2025/01/07

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business tells the BBC that business fears a recession as a result of Donald Trump’s tariff threats. Also, President Jo Biden announces a ban on new offshore oil and gas drilling in most US coastal waters. And how popular is New York's newly introduced congestion charge?

26:27

Shipping companies place record orders for new...

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2025/01/06

Shipowners have recently placed orders for a record number of new container vessels, driven by a substantial increase in profits.Nippon Steel of Japan and U.S. Steel have jointly filed a lawsuit challenging President Joe Biden’s decision to block a $15 billion acquisition deal. And the first congestion charge scheme for vehicles in the US has come into effect in New York City. Sam Fenwick hears about other places that have implemented such plans, including London and Singapore.

26:27

Could blocked US steel deal strain global partnership

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2025/01/04

How will President Bidens decision to block Nippon Steel’s takeover of US Steel impact Americas relationship with Japan India’s scan to pay transactions will hit one billion by 2026-27. What does this shift to a cashless society mean for the country? And how should couples handle money related disagreements? We hear from Reema Khrais, host of 'This is Uncomfortable' podcast

26:28

Biden rejects Nippon Steel’s $15bn takeover of US Steel

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2025/01/03

US where President Biden has blocked the takeover of US Steel -- the nation's third-biggest steelmaker -- by the Japanese company Nippon Steel. We hear from Syria as it destroys what had been its number one cash export - highly addictive amphetamines.Also in the show, could Slovakia really be about to switch off Ukraine's electricity supply?

26:27

New Orleans Attack: Business reaction

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2025/01/03

We hear from the owner of several restaurants in New Orleans after a man drove a truck into a crowd. The attack took place at Bourbon Street a well-known tourist hotspot that is filled with restaurants, bars and clubs.Presenter Rahul Tandon talks to a US based bike manufacturer about the impact tariffs will have on the global economy as well as on companies like his which rely on Chinese parts to keep the business going.We are also in Mexico to hear about its trading relationship with US with the

26:24

South Korea: How are events affecting the economy?

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2025/01/02

We look at how South Korea's political instability is continuing to effect its economy.How might President-elect Donald Trump’s policies affect different parts of the world?And as thousands of artistic works come into the public domain in the United States, we look at how people might plan to monetise them.

26:28

Ukraine stops Russian gas transit to Europe

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2025/01/01

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that his country would not allow Russia to "earn additional billions on our blood" after stopping Russian gas transit to the EU following the expiration of a five-year deal.Ivory Coast has announced that French troops will withdraw from the West African nation, further reducing the military stake of the former colonial power in the region. Leanna Byrne asks if this also means it will lose economic influence. And with US President-elect Donald Trump set to

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