Azerbaijan’s level of fiscal transparency is assessed more favourably than that of many regional economies, including several Gulf Cooperation Council states, S&P Global Ratings said in its latest …
Visa to start operations in Syria under new payments framework
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Kazakhstan’s Crypto Market Surges to $6.8 Billion as AIFC Expands Regulated Ecosystem
ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s regulated crypto market continues its strong upward trajectory, with trading volumes on platforms licensed by the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) reaching $6.8 …
Uzbekneftegaz, Cargill sign deal to boost Uzbekistan energy security
Uzbekneftegaz and Cargill aim to attract long-term financing of up to $3bn, with the possibility of increasing the total to $5bn.
Afghanistan’s borders set for biggest overhaul in decades as DP World signs landmark deal
Operator will develop and run the Torkham and Hairatan crossings, introducing new infrastructure and digital systems to speed up millions of tonnes of annual trade …
Interview: Leading Thailand’s Micro-SME Banking Revolution
As Thailand works to expand financial inclusion and uplift its vast network of small business owners, Thai Credit Retail Bank Plc (CREDIT) has emerged as a fast-growing force driving change at the …
Iran’s currency sinks to lowest level in history, local media blames government policy
Jerusalem Post / Business & Innovation / Banking & Finance Iran’s currency sinks to lowest level in history, local media blames government policy Iranian media blamed the government’s recent economic …
Philippines’ GoTyme Bank Rolls Out Crypto Trading for its 6.5M Users
GoTyme Bank, one of the Philippines’ fastest-growing digital banks, has launched crypto trading for its 6.5 million customers through a new partnership with US fintech firm Alpaca. Key Takeaways: …
IMF board meets today to approve Pakistan’s $1.2bn tranche
IMF Board to review Pakistan’s agreement today, expected to approve $1.2B including climate-focused RSF funding as all targets are met.
China–Africa trade set to exceed $200bn in 2025 as regional bodies deepen trade links amid US tariffs
Chinese exports to African markets are projected to exceed $200bn in 2025, down from a record $295.6bn last year, according to trend-based estimates drawn from Chinese customs data, highlighting …