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FOCUS 2025 – International Edition

A look at how regional ambition, reform, and partnership are reshaping the global economic landscape

Focus 2025 turns its lens outward, bringing together stories from Asia-Pacific, Africa, and Europe at a moment of global transition. Across continents, nations are navigating change with renewed purpose—balancing heritage with reform, and ambition with sustainability. This international edition reflects a world defined not by isolation, but by interconnected progress.
In Africa, Nigeria marks 65 years of independence, reflecting a journey shaped by resilience, democratic growth, and enduring ambition. Angola, celebrating 50 years of sovereignty, looks ahead with renewed focus—advancing economic diversification, private-sector participation, and infrastructure-led development. Together, they represent a continent balancing reflection with forward momentum.
In Asia-Pacific, the Philippines and Indonesia stand out as engines of growth, driven by demographic strength, infrastructure expansion, and strategic enterprise. Indonesia’s evolving energy and industrial landscape, exemplified by Medco, underscores a regional commitment to innovation and responsible development. In Africa, Angola marks 50 years of independence, reflecting on a journey shaped by resilience while advancing reforms aimed at diversification and long-term stability.
Across Europe, Italy represents continuity and reinvention—an economy rooted in industrial legacy yet responsive to modern demands for sustainability, mobility, and competitiveness. Together, these narratives capture a shared outlook: regions looking ahead with confidence, ready to redefine their roles in a rapidly changing world and translate potential into lasting global impact.