Simone Rensch

Freelancer journalist and former Public Finance international reporter

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Greek parliament passes reforms called for by international lenders

The Greek parliament has passed a number of reforms called for by international lenders in return... Read more
Bulgaria’s government faces no-confidence vote

Bulgaria’s government faces a no-confidence vote after its main opposition filed a motion over lack... Read more
EU may remove 8 countries from tax haven blacklist

The European Union may remove eight countries from its tax haven blacklist after the jurisdictions... Read more
South Africa to offer free higher education to poorer students

The South African government will offer free university education to students from poorer... Read more
ADB co-financing drops because of delayed projects

The Asian Development Bank’s co-financing approvals went down to $9.5bn in 2017 as a result of a... Read more
2017 economic boost could be short-lived, World Bank warns

Global economic growth could edge up to 3.1% in 2018 but may be in for much slower long-term growth... Read more
Tunisia pledges $70m aid package for poor

Tunisia is planning to give an extra $70m to poor families and needy people in the country amid... Read more
Ukraine seeks action on cryptocurrency regulation

Ukraine is looking for ways to regulate cryptocurrencies amid concerns of growing national security... Read more
EU pledges further help for Rohingya refugees

The European Union will give an additional €5m to support Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh.
UK could cut aid to wealthier developing countries, says Mordaunt

The UK could cut aid for richer developing countries that fail to “take responsibility” and do not... Read more

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