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The medium-term budget policy statement (MTBPS) tabled today revealed a sharp deterioration in fiscal metrics, aligning with expectations. Despite negative revisions, the budget is deemed realistic, considering the current circumstances. While reflecting challenging economic realities, the MTBPS outlines a pragmatic approach to financial management, emphasising consolidation, realistic assumptions, and strategic fiscal policies. For more in-depth analysis, tune in to our podcast episode by Peter Brooke discussing the implications of these measures on South Africa's economic landscape.

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Does the EU have the tools and the political resolve to deal with China's economic coercion? Will Lithuania serve as a litmus test for the future of EU-China relations?

Gabrielius Landsbergis, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Lithuania

Moderator: Garima Mohan, Senior Fellow, The German Marshall Fund of the United States, Germany

The Raisina Dialogue is a multilateral conference committed to addressing the most challenging issues facing the global community. Every year, global leaders in policy, business, media and civil society are hosted in New Delhi to discuss cooperation on a wide range of pertinent international policy matters.

The conference is hosted by the Observer Research Foundation in collaboration with the Government of India, Ministry of External Affairs.

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