💼 Nigeria among top labour force countries. EU and North America led fossil fuel subsidies. $400B in AI and cloud.
Chart of the Day #569 looks at labour force size globally, fossil fuel subsidies, and AI and cloud infrastructure spending.
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Today's Topics
💼 Workforce. Nigeria ranks among largest workforce globally
🍃 Green Skills. EU and North America tops fossil fuel subsidies
🤖 Artificial Intelligence. AI and cloud infrastructure spending reached $400B
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💼 Nigeria ranks among largest workforce globally
Nigeria’s labour force is among the world’s largest, reflecting its growing role in the global economy. With over 110M workers, the country is expanding its industrial, services, and technology sectors, attracting investment and boosting domestic production. This rising workforce supports Nigeria’s position as a regional economic hub in Africa, strengthens its participation in global supply chains, and signals potential for further growth in manufacturing, digital services, and emerging industries.
🍃 EU and North America tops fossil fuel subsidies
A fossil fuel subsidy is financial support provided by governments to reduce the cost of producing or consuming fossil fuels such as coal, oil, or natural gas. These subsidies can take the form of direct payments, tax breaks, or price controls, making energy cheaper for consumers or more profitable for producers. Phasing them out through policies like carbon pricing or renewable energy incentives can promote sustainability, cut emissions, and support global climate goals set by frameworks such as the Paris Agreement.
🤖 AI and cloud infrastructure spending reached $400B
Leading tech companies are investing heavily in AI and cloud infrastructure, with total spending reaching nearly $400B USD in 2025. Amazon, Google, and Microsoft lead this trend, reflecting the growing demand for advanced computing, scalable data services, and AI-powered applications. This surge in investment supports digital transformation across industries and highlights how cloud and AI infrastructure are central to innovation, business growth, and the global technology landscape.
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