Sri Lanka’s government said Tuesday it would take time to consider a proposed ban on the wearing of burqas, which a top security official called a sign of religious extremism. Sri Lanka’s minister of …
North Korea warns U.S. to avoid ‘causing a stink’
Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korea’s leader, delivered a blunt message to the U.S. administration on Tuesday. A newsreader on state media relayed Kim’s words, warning that the Biden White House …
Adani to Partner With Sri Lanka’s Biggest Firm for Port Terminal
(Bloomberg) — Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. will work with Sri Lanka’s John Keells Holdings Plc to develop a port terminal in the island nation, billionaire Gautam Adani’s first such …
North Korea: Kim Jong-un’s sister warns US not to ’cause a stink’
The influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has warned the US not to “cause a stink”, as President Joe Biden prepares to set out his Korean policy. In remarks on state media, Kim Yo-jong …
North Korea warns U.S. to avoid ‘causing a stink’
Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korea’s leader, delivered a blunt message to the U.S. administration on Tuesday. A newsreader on state media relayed Kim’s words, warning that the Biden White House …
Yemen’s Al-Qaeda regenerates amid battle for the north
Outside Yemen, the group attacked the French satirical publication … “All these elements weakened AQAP. Today, it is facing financial problems, many members are accused of treason, and others joined …
VEB.RF grants $59m to finance BelAZ machinery supplies to Uzbekistan
The $59 million loan agreement was signed in December 2020. The share of Russian components in the prime cost of the equipment is over 30%. This is a necessary condition for VEB.RF to participate in …
Malaysia’s Top Glove charged with providing uncertified worker accommodation: state news agency
Malaysian glove manufacturer Top Glove Corp Bhd has been charged with failing to provide worker accommodation meeting the minimum housing and amenities standards set out by the country’s Labour …
VEB.RF grants $59m to finance BelAZ machinery supplies to Uzbekistan
The $59 million loan agreement was signed in December 2020. The share of Russian components in the prime cost of the equipment is over 30%. This is a necessary condition for VEB.RF to participate in …
UPDATE 1-Saudi Arabia Q4 GDP down from previous year but up on Q3 as COVID-19 impact eases
DUBAI, March 16 (Reuters) – Saudi Arabia’s economy shrank 3.9% year on year in the fourth quarter but rose 2.5% from the previous three months, according to data on Tuesday that showed an upturn …