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Chinese building materials giant Huaxin Building Materials Group has agreed to a US$1.6 billion deal to acquire a 99.99 per cent stake in CSN Cimentos, Brazil's second-largest cement producer, marking China's initial entry into the Brazilian cement market.
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Valeriia Kim and Caden Chan, who recently graduated from UK universities, relocated to Hong Kong to establish Corelle Pilates, a studio focused on building relationships. Kim, 22, expressed her impatience and determination to succeed, while Chan, 23, initially expressed reservations about the venture.
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The Speaker of the House of Commons has voiced frustration regarding the slow pace of restoration efforts for the Palace of Westminster. Sir Lindsay Hoyle stated that the current approval process for essential renovations feels restrictive, and a committee warned that the building's restoration, which could cost up to £40bn and take 61 years, is at a critical juncture.
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Bank of Baroda, which has operated in Guyana for 60 years, intends to broaden its services to include digital and trade finance, while also seeking to collaborate with the Guyanese government on public projects.
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President Dr Irfaan Ali highlighted the vital function of small businesses in the Guyanese economy, urging the banking sector to adopt an investment approach to support SMEs. He noted that large investments alone cannot sustain the economy and emphasized that small enterprises foster economic depth, employment, and diversification.
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A columnist for Kaieteur News argues that while the government listens attentively, it exhibits selective hearing, prioritizing private sector concerns over the issues of ordinary residents, particularly regarding urban development and property use.
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According to the South China Morning Post, China is positioning its free-trade upgrade with Switzerland as a practical counter-argument to unilateralism and protectionism, contrasting this model with its more politically charged relationship with the European Union.
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The UK government is negotiating a food standards agreement aimed at lowering costs for British companies trading with Europe, but the requirement to adopt EU food rules has sparked debates regarding sovereignty. Specifically, the naming of meat-flavoured crisps is under scrutiny as EU rules could potentially require relabeling products like smoky bacon crisps.
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The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union has announced a series of 24-hour strikes starting November 26 to oppose Transport for London's (TfL) proposed changes, including a four-day working week. The RMT claims these changes constitute an attack on drivers' conditions, while TfL maintains the changes are voluntary and result in fewer overall hours for drivers.
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The Honourable Mark Phillips, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d), met with the organizers of the Kashif and Shanghai Football Tournament and voiced his backing for the competition's return to Linden. The tournament, themed “Destination Linden/Football Means Business,” is scheduled to run from December 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, featuring 16 first-division clubs competing for a G$3 million prize.
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The Guyana Times reports that the wholesale and retail sector in Guyana is facing significant attention from regulators due to persistent issues with non-compliance and high employee turnover. The Labour and Manpower Planning Ministry is intensifying its engagement with businesses to enforce labour legislation, noting that wholesale and retail businesses recorded the highest employee turnover in 2026.
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India announced a US$500 million credit facility to Guyana, intended to support development in healthcare, defense, and infrastructure, as reported by the Guyana Times.