In a strategic move to enhance the UK government leadership team, the Prime Minister has appointed Darren Jones MP as Chief Secretary and Baroness Minouche Shafik as Chief Economic Advisor, aiming to drive economic growth and address key policy areas.

South Africa has appointed a panel of distinguished economists to address the pressing issue of global wealth inequality as part of its G20 Presidency. The initiative aims to provide comprehensive solutions to counteract the widening wealth gap exacerbated by recent economic shocks.

Seth Colby, Ph.D., has been appointed as Hawaii's Chief State Economist by the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT). He will oversee data analysis on essential aspects of Hawaii's economy.

President Donald Trump has initiated steps to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, marking a significant political maneuver as he aims to reshape the Fed's direction. Cook's potential removal surfaces amidst broader controversies surrounding monetary policy amid inflationary pressures.

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