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3 stories from Middle East Affairs.
AI spending boom cushions global economy against multiple shocks
A surge in spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure is helping the global economy absorb shocks from trade conflicts, energy disruptions, and rising borrowing costs, according to analysis from the Wall Street Journal and economists.
Japan tightens rules for foreign residents as long-term stays decline
Japan is tightening immigration rules for foreign residents even as tourism continues to surge, prompting some long-term expatriates to reconsider their stays.
Global bond yields spike to multiyear highs on debt concerns
Major government bond yields have surged to their highest levels in years, driven by rising inflation, swelling budget deficits, and increasing borrowing needs among developed economies.
