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Non-hydrocarbon sectors thrive due to tourism, construction, public spending, and growth in financial services
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Oil prices fall 0.6 percent to $77.82 as Trump pushes for lower crude prices, higher U.S. production
West Texas Intermediate crude futures dropped 0.6 percent to $74.21 per barrel
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He emphasized international collaboration, citing the Global Digital Compact as a framework for responsible digital technology use
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