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Ethiopia, Long Mired in Poverty, Rides an Economic Boom

Some economists have called Ethiopia an “African Lion,” and the government has an ambitious plan to make Ethiopia a middle-income country by 2025.

Japan’s Growth in Solar Power Falters as Utilities Balk

Solar power generators have proliferated in Japan as part of an effort to promote green energy, but utilities say they can’t cope with the expansion.

U.S. Struggles to Build a Strong Infrastructure

There is a broad consensus that America's roads, bridges and ports need upgrading. But agreeing on how to pay for it is another story.

Tappan Zee Bridge Graces Cover of the Federal Budget

The image of the bridge marks the first time that a photo has appeared on the cover of the federal budget, which customarily has been a plain blue.

Barges Sit for Hours Behind Locks That May Take Decades to Replace

More funding will be needed to modernize a decrepit system that was built mainly in the 1930s and is slowing commerce.

Obama Proposes Tax for Upgrade of Infrastructure

A $478 billion construction spree would seek to upgrade roads, bridges and ports, using money from new taxes on overseas earnings by American companies.

In Davos, 3 Camps at Loggerheads Over a Cure for Europe's Economic Funk

Attendees of the World Economic Forum were divided over the effect of the E.C.B.’s new stimulus program — and far apart on other measures aimed at bolstering growth in Europe.

Where the Road Meets the Walrus

The gas tax might be a good topic to discuss when people ask you what you thought of President Obama’s State of the Union address.

Michigan Governor Backs Measure Raising Sales Tax

Roads and bridges are seen as being in dire need of repair, so Gov. Rick Snyder, a Republican, used his State of the State address to support a generally unpopular way of raising revenue.

A Tale of 2 Transit Systems

Andrew J. Sparberg, a transportation historian, writes that “significant investment” is required in transit systems everywhere.

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