Libre News of The World. Wedesday the 5th of February 2025

Today's news covered significant developments around the world. Saudi Arabia's non-oil private sector saw decade-high growth driven by new orders and exports. In Europe, France's electricity export leadership faces challenges from infrastructure issues, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer seeks to reset UK-EU trade relations. In Asia, India’s new budget offers tax relief to boost middle-class spending, and Uzbekistan reported a sharp decline in poverty rates. Meanwhile, Ukraine's drone strikes targeted Russian energy facilities, intensifying the ongoing conflict. Iceland announced reforms and a future EU membership referendum under its new government, and Finland’s industrial workers began a strike over wages. In business, ING explored acquisitions to expand in Europe, and Iberdrola partnered with Amazon to expand renewable energy projects. Lastly, Copenhagen Fashion Week spotlighted emerging talent, and a Libyan activist faced spyware attacks for opposing Italy’s migration pact.