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Mongolian Government in Crisis as Prime Minister and Parliament Speaker Ousted in Confidence Votes

Mongolian lawmakers have voted to remove both the prime minister and parliamentary speaker in a dramatic political shakeup. The dual dismissals come amid ongoing corruption concerns and economic challenges facing the mineral-rich country, casting uncertainty over government stability.

Political Upheaval in Ulaanbaatar

Mongolia’s parliament has voted to remove both Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav and Parliamentary Speaker Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve, according to reports from the official Montsame news agency. The dramatic political developments occurred on Friday, throwing the resource-rich nation into renewed turmoil just months after the current administration took office.

by Darren Holt
EconomyPolicy

UK Chancellor Reeves Faces Fiscal Crossroads in November Budget Amid Global Pressures

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves has emphasized honesty about global economic challenges ahead of her November budget announcement. The finance minister faces difficult choices between maintaining fiscal rules, avoiding tax hikes, and stimulating business growth amid Britain’s economic struggles.

Budget Announcement Amid Global Challenges

UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has indicated her upcoming November budget will directly respond to multiple global economic challenges while maintaining the government’s fiscal framework. According to reports from her appearance at the IMF Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C., Reeves cited the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Middle East tensions, and global trade barriers as significant factors influencing her budget decisions.

by Natalie Brooks
AIBusiness

Former Meta Executive Warns AI Sector Showing Bubble Characteristics, Potential Correction Ahead

Former Meta executive Nick Clegg has raised concerns about potential AI market correction, citing “crazy valuations” and unsustainable dealmaking pace. The industry veteran pointed to massive capital requirements and technical limitations as factors increasing correction likelihood.

AI Investment Boom Shows Signs of Market Bubble, Former Meta Executive Warns

Former Meta Platforms executive Nick Clegg has expressed concerns that the artificial intelligence sector may be headed for a market correction, according to recent reports. The former president of global affairs at Meta reportedly told CNBC that the AI industry “certainly got some pretty prominent features of what looks like a bubble.”

by Darren Holt