January 20, 2026

Full VAT on Meat Could Cut EU Environmental Damage by Up to 6%, Study Finds

A new study reveals that applying full VAT on beef, pork, lamb, and chicken in the EU could reduce environmental harm by 3-6%. This could cost households as little as €26 a year if tax revenues are shared back. Meat has the biggest share of ecological damage in diets, yet most EU countries tax it less than other goods.

January 20, 2026

India's Senior Leaders Unite at Davos to Showcase Economic Growth and Investment Potential

Senior Union ministers and Chief Ministers from 10 states joined at Davos, praising India's rise as the world's fourth-largest economy and a top investment hub. They highlighted fast-growing states and ambitious economic goals for 2047.

January 20, 2026

Russia Showcases New IL-114-300 and Superjet 100 at Wings India 2026

Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation will debut its latest regional planes, the IL-114-300 and Superjet 100, at Wings India 2026 in Hyderabad. The aircraft feature Russian-made systems and Indian-themed designs. The event runs Jan 28-31 at Begumpet Airport.

January 20, 2026

Emirates Adds 4 Weekly Dubai-Manila Flights From April 2026

Starting April 2, 2026, Emirates will add four extra weekly flights between Dubai and Manila. This raises services from 28 to 34 per week, improving travel options, connections, and cargo capacity between UAE and the Philippines.

January 20, 2026

Chinese Tourism to Japan Plummets 45% in December Over Taiwan Tensions

Chinese tourists to Japan fell by about 45% in December amid a diplomatic fight over Taiwan. Despite this, Japan set a new record with 42.7 million visitors in the last year. The drop came after Japan’s PM hinted at military action if China invades Taiwan. China reacted strongly, warning its citizens against travel to Japan.