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World Service,15 May 2025,49 mins

What hopes are there for a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia?

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With the conflict in Ukraine continuing to have a huge impact on the global economy, what hopes are there for a ceasefire when Russia's president Vladimir Putin seems unwilling to participate in the peace talks in Turkey? We hear what the lifting of sanctions could mean for Syria's economy, and Rahul Tandon finds out why the challenges caused by US president Donald Trump's tariffs could be a big opportunity for Puerto Rico. Elsewhere, will a new government-led scheme in Argentina be able to change millions of peoples preference for saving money in secret stashes rather than at a bank? Global business news, with live guests and contributions from Asia and the USA.

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