China’s weak domestic demand cripples economy

IANS | October 28, 2026 5:28 PM

London, Oct 28 (IANS) Weak domestic demand has emerged as the main factor behind the slowdown in the Chinese economy and with people losing jobs amid the collapse of the country’s real estate sector, this problem has only become worse.

Bangladesh repays twice its foreign loan amount in Q1 FY27

IANS | October 28, 2026 5:24 PM

New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) Bangladesh repaid over twice the amount it received in foreign loans during Q1 FY27, a new report has said, arguing that rising debt-servicing obligations exerts pressure on the country's external finances.