The IMF team has arrived in Sri Lanka to conduct the third review of the USD 3 billion bailout package, assessing the country’s economic reform progress and debt restructuring efforts.
IMF Conducts Key Review in Sri Lanka Amid Political Shifts
The IMF has arrived in Sri Lanka for a critical review of its USD 3 billion bailout facility amidst political changes. The review, delayed by elections, could unlock the fourth tranche of aid. Sri …
North Korea May End Up Sending Putin 100,000 Troops for His War
North Korea may deploy as many as 100,000 troops to aid Russia’s war on Ukraine if the alliance between Pyongyang and Moscow continues to deepen, according to people familiar with assessments made by …
Labour Plans Migrant Deals With Kurdistan, Turkey, Times Reports
Britain’s new Labour government is planning to strike deals with countries to help stop thousands of illegal migrant crossings, the Sunday Times reported.
Sir, ma’am, step away from the turkey: Let the pros handle your Thanksgiving burden
As if it isn’t bad enough that you have to witness Cousin Caroline’s unruly children destroy your home while Uncle Frank shares his thoughts on the recent election, you still have to spend the entire …
Could the U.S. Air Force Have Bombed Its Way to Victory in Vietnam?
Airpower alone wasn’t the sole contributor to the near-triumph of the anticommunist forces in Vietnam, but it was the biggest factor in America’s near-victory.
Honoring our Heroes: Vietnam Veteran reflects at the Pueblo Veterans Day Parade
After being postponed due to weather conditions, Pueblo held the Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 16th. News5’s Piper Vaughn spoke to three-time Purple Heart recipient, Frank Cirullo about …
Philippines launches interest rate swaps market to boost bond liquidity
The Philippine central bank announced the launch on Monday of an interest rate swaps market anchored to a newly established benchmark rate to enhance bond market trading and liquidity.
Around 1,500 Killed in Bangladesh Protests That Ousted PM Hasina
DHAKA (Reuters) – About 1,500 people died in protests that brought down Bangladeshi prime minister Sheikh Hasina this year, and as many as 3,500 may have been forcibly abducted during her 15-year rule …
Pakistan discusses $7 billion bailout reform agenda with IMF in unusual talks
Pakistan discussed its $7 billion bailout reform agenda with the International Monetary Fund during an unscheduled staff visit last week, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Sunday, suggesting …