Economic Growth - Serbia's GDP is projected to grow at a real rate of 2% in 2025 [1] - Most service and industrial activities have shown growth, with retail growing by 4.2%, transportation by 4.7%, and the restaurant sector by 1.5% [1] Sector Performance - Industrial production value increased by 1.0%, with mining up by 4.4% and manufacturing by 1.2% [1] - The construction sector experienced a decline of 8.4% [1] - The energy sector faced a decrease of 2% due to drought affecting hydroelectric reserves [1] - Agriculture saw a slight decline of 0.3% due to adverse weather conditions [1] Inflation and Labor Market - The average inflation rate for 2025 is expected to be 3.8%, with December's inflation rate at 2.8%, aligning with the central bank's target of 3%±1.5% [1] - The labor market remains strong, with nominal wages increasing by 11.2% and real wages by 7.1% [1] - The unemployment rate decreased to 8.2% in the third quarter [1] Trade Performance - Despite weak external demand, Serbia's exports are estimated to grow by 8% in 2025, primarily driven by the automotive sector [1] - Imports are projected to rise by 7.3%, attributed to ongoing imports of raw materials and equipment, as well as increased consumer goods imports due to rising disposable incomes [1]

Group 1 - The core point of the article is that Brazil's new industrial plan has provided preferential loans amounting to 588.4 billion reais from January 2024 to September 2025 [1] Group 2 - The infrastructure sector received the largest share of loans, totaling 254.4 billion reais [1] - The agricultural processing industry was allocated 125.7 billion reais [1] - Loans for digital transformation amounted to 98.9 billion reais [1] - The decarbonization and bioindustry sectors received 54.7 billion reais [1] - Defense sector loans totaled 29.6 billion reais [1] - The healthcare sector was allocated 24.9 billion reais [1]

Core Viewpoint - Algeria is initiating a strategic project to establish a virology research center and a national vaccine production facility, reflecting President Tebboune's directive to strengthen national health sovereignty [1] Group 1: Project Overview - A national, multi-departmental, and multidisciplinary working group has been formed, co-chaired by the Minister of Health and the Minister of Pharmaceutical Industry [1] - The working group consists of 22 representatives and experts from various sectors, including defense, health, pharmaceutical industry, industrial, higher education and research, and the National Health Security Agency [1] Group 2: Objectives and Goals - The project aims to develop advanced national capabilities in research, development, and production to ensure vaccine self-sufficiency [1] - It seeks to achieve sustainable development of health resources and enhance Algeria's preparedness for future epidemic challenges [1] - The initiative is also intended to elevate Algeria's scientific and health status on both regional and international levels [1]

巴西Infomoney网站12月24日报道，巴西国家经济社会发展银行（BNDES）将购买价值10.5亿雷亚 尔的债券，以支持一条全长86.7公里的铁路建设项目。该铁路旨在运输Eldorado公司的纸浆产品，将连 接位于南马托格罗索州的工厂和物流终端。该项目将使公司在纸浆生产中减少约5万辆卡车的使用，从 而降低成本并减少二氧化碳排放。在项目建设期间，预计将直接和间接创造3000多个就业岗位。 （原标题：巴西国家经济社会发展银行购买债券支持铁路建设项目） ...

（原标题：阿尔及利亚进口115万吨玉米以满足国内市场需求） 据阿尔及利亚360网站12月29日报道，面对不断增长的需求和季节性市场压力，阿尔及 利亚正加强玉米供应。29日，阿政府宣布启动一项进口115万吨玉米的计划。此举旨在 支持动物饲料生产，确保向畜牧养殖户和家禽养殖户定期供应玉米。 阿农业农村发展和渔业部表示，采取这项举措目的是解决目前存在的市场缺口，保障 玉米供应稳定性。农业部长已与家禽业代表举行了会晤，最终确定了分阶段进口计划 及储存、分销措施。 该进口计划将于2025年12月28日至2026年2月期间实施，进口玉米将通过奥兰、阿尔及 尔、斯基克达和贝贾亚港口按照以下时间表分批抵达： --2025年12月28日至2026年1月1日，接收25万吨玉米； --2026年1月，接收50万吨玉米； --2026年2月，最后交付40万吨玉米。 鉴于每年玉米市场反复出现短缺情况，农业部已建立战略储备，防止任何短缺风险。 农业部敦促企业采取常规供应措施，展现社会责任感，维持市场平衡。在阿尔及利 亚，家禽业是玉米的主要消费行业，玉米约占动物饲料总量的80%。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The notice emphasizes the importance of safety, compliance, and employee rights for Chinese enterprises operating in Sierra Leone, especially during the busy and risky end-of-year period leading into the New Year and Spring Festival [1][2][3] Group 1: Safety Measures - Enterprises are required to enhance safety production measures, including improving management systems and emergency plans, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations to prevent accidents, particularly in high-risk sectors like construction and mining [1] - A comprehensive fire hazard inspection is necessary due to the dry season, with a focus on managing flammable materials and ensuring adequate fire safety facilities [1] Group 2: Compliance Requirements - Companies must strictly adhere to compliance requirements, avoiding high-risk investments and ensuring operations do not engage in corrupt practices or violate local laws [2] - There is a strong emphasis on respecting local customs and laws while fulfilling social responsibilities [2] Group 3: Employee Rights - Enterprises should establish mechanisms to protect the rights of overseas workers, including regular legal training and formal labor contracts, ensuring timely payment of wages and proper working conditions [2] - Attention to employee well-being is crucial, with a focus on mental and physical health, and the establishment of effective internal communication channels [2] Group 4: Risk Management - Companies are advised to monitor local political and security situations closely, enhancing security measures and managing labor-related issues proactively [3] - In case of emergencies or negative public sentiment, companies should have response plans in place and be prepared to defend their reputation against false claims [3]

综合媒体报道，智利国家铜业公司（Codelco）与智利化工矿业公司（SQM）正式宣布 完成公私合作，将旗下子公司合并成立合资公司Nova Andino Litio SpA，在阿塔卡马盐 沼开展锂勘探、开采、生产及商业化活动，合作期限至2026年，由智利国家铜业公司 现任董事长帕切科担任新合资公司董事长。该合资项目是智利国家锂资源开发战略的 一部分。根据合资协议，新合资公司运营将分为两个阶段：2025年至2030年，合资公 司由智利化工矿业公司主导，该公司现有锂矿开发权将延续；2031年至2060年，智利 国家铜业公司将持有多数股份，并在董事会席位中占多数。协议还规定，2025年至 2030年，智利政府将获得新合资公司70%的经营利润，自2031年起该比例将升至85%。 （原标题：智利国家铜业公司与智利化工矿业公司正式宣布完成公私合作） ...

12月31日，苏丹新闻网报道，平行市场美元买入价3665苏丹镑，卖出价3750苏丹镑。银行兑换价格与上 月相比没有变化。喀土穆银行买入价2400苏丹镑，卖出价2418苏丹镑。恩图曼国民银行买入价2500苏丹 镑，卖出价2518.75苏丹镑。费萨尔银行买入价2550苏丹镑，卖出价2599.35苏丹镑。 （原标题：12月苏丹镑汇率略有下跌） ...

智利《信使报》（电子版）12月26日报道，智利全国商业、服务业和旅游业商会 （CNC）主席帕科米奥表示，建议卡斯特将街头无证商贩纳入"破坏者登记"制度，以期 改善日益严重的非法贸易和相关违法犯罪问题。该制度是候任总统卡斯特大力推行的 管理措施，拟将破坏公共财产或涂鸦的人登记在册，限制其申请获得国家福利。 （原标题：智利商会希卡斯特加强街头无证商贩管理） ...

据"加纳新闻"网12月26日报道，在东部地区阿苏吉亚曼选区阿乌拉哈伊和萨波尔两个电气化项目启 用仪式上，加纳政府重申了其实现近乎全民用电的承诺，到2030年将全国用电普及率从目前的89.03% 提高到约99.9%。能源与绿色转型部副部长门萨表示，这一目标对于加速社会经济发展至关重要，尤其 是在服务不足的社区。 （原标题：加纳拟2030年实现99.9%的电力普及率） ...