Supreme Court could hit the tax system

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News Date: February 29, 2024

The Supreme Court's decision to hear a pivotal tax case has profound implications for the future of the U.S. tax system.
At stake is the constitutionality of a proposed wealth tax, which could address economic disparities or dismantle key aspects of the existing tax framework.
A favorable ruling may promote social equity, while an adverse outcome could preserve individual economic freedom.
The case underscores the delicate balance between economic growth and fairness, making it a crucial moment in the nation's fiscal history with far-reaching implications.
The Supreme Court is expected to issue a decision by June 2024.

Economic security is national security

President Donald Trump: We Cannot Have National Security Without Economic Security.
A Nation that does not protect prosperity at home cannot protect its interests abroad.
Under the banner of "economic security is national security," the Trump administration's corporate tax cuts now spur investment and catalyze innovation.
Sources: youtube.com, whitehouse.gov

BRICS plus for a multi-polar order

BRICS Plus' objective is widening the circle of friends that can bring unity among developing countries and enhance cooperation.
Expanding BRICS' cooperation with regional groupings such as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the African Union, the Caribbean Community, the Council of Arab States of the Persian Gulf and the Indian Ocean Coastal Cooperation Association is now in high demand.
ASEAN: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.
The Council of Arab States of the Persian Gulf: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
The caribbean community: Antigua & Barbuda, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, the Commonwealth of Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Haiti, Montserrat, Saint Kitts & Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, Suriname, and Trinidad & Tobago.
Sources: https://tvbrics.com

Zimbabwe to issue more gold coins

Zimbabwe hails gold coin success and wants to issue more.
Gold coins used as currency in Zimbabwe will soon be available in smaller denominations, the central bank says.
Those higher-value gold coins are available to buy at approved banks and are tradeable locally.
Sources: bbc.com

Stellar reveals Financial Inclusion report

Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) released a whitepaper discussing the role of blockchain technology in facilitating financial inclusion.
The whitepaper underscores the significance of financial services access for global financial inclusion, particularly in developing economies.
Despite advancements in digital payments, cash remains prevalent in emerging economies. Many unbanked adults still receive government and private-sector payments in cash, impacting financial inclusion.
It emphasizes digital payments as a pivotal entry point to formal economic participation. Despite the persistence of cash usage, transitioning to digital payments can encourage broader use of financial services.
The paper delves into the hurdles of cross-border payments and highlights blockchain's potential to address these challenges. It showcases blockchain's role in enabling secure, cost-effective transactions.
Additionally, it presents various applications of blockchain, such as facilitating cash-to-digital asset conversions, safeguarding against currency devaluation, and supporting humanitarian aid distribution.
While recognizing blockchain's promise for financial inclusion, the document emphasizes the necessity of balancing innovation with consumer protection, privacy, and financial education to ensure the creation of inclusive and secure financial systems.
Full report: stellar.org

BRICS, EAEU & SCO alliance

The second Eurasian Economic Forum, which will be held in Moscow on May 24 - 25, will feature discussions on the integration of BRICS, EAEU & SCO blocks.
"The expansion of mutually beneficial cooperation between integration formats not only contributes to the growth of national economies but can also have a significant impact on the formation of new approaches to the functioning of the global market,", Mikhail Myasnikovich, the chairman of the board of the Eurasian Economic Commission, explained on their official website.