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IMF grants Senegal credit extension until January 2023 for reviews
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Nutrition benefits for families could increase under U.S. agency proposal
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Top U.S., Japanese trade officials discuss electric vehicle tax credits -U.S. statement
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U.S. Republicans aim to shorten EV mine permitting after House win
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SNB’s Maechler: Rates will be raised if inflation forecast above target
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Brazil’s government cuts 2023 GDP growth forecast as global economy weakens
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