No new high-level trade talks have been scheduled between the United States and China but the two sides remain in touch about implementing a Phase 1 deal, White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows told …
China says latest U.S. sailing near Taiwan ‘extremely dangerous’
China’s military said on Wednesday the latest U.S. navy sailing near Chinese-claimed Taiwan was “extremely dangerous” and stirring up such trouble was in neither country’s interests.
Taiwan plans to ban mainland Chinese streaming sites such as iQiyi and Tencent WeTV
Taiwan is planning to ban mainland Chinese streaming giants iQiyi and Tencent Holdings from operating services on the island.
Qatar’s new tactic: Economic damage through ‘fashionistas’ and influencers in Gulf states
Kuwait’s pre-emptive crackdown on its ‘influencers’ will nip their economic sabotage Over the past year, some in the media were talking about a second round for the so-called “Arab Spring”. On looking …
Qatar Airways keeps its word; refunds $1.2bn to passengers
Qatar Airways has paid out in excess of $1.2bn in refunds to almost 600,000 passengers since March, demonstrating its commitment to honouring its obligations to passengers who need to change their …
Qatar orders largest number of seasonal flu vaccine; will be available free for all: MoPH Official
Doha: Qatar has ordered the largest number ever of vaccine for seasonal flu / influenza, Director of the Public Health Department at the Ministry of Public Health, Sheikh Dr Mohammed bin Hamad Al …
Leila Cavett: Arrest made in Georgia mom’s mysterious disappearance
A man has been arrested in connection with the disappearance of a missing Georgia mom whose toddler was found wandering barefoot in Florida last month. This news comes days after the FBI asked for the …
Kindred spirits: Indonesia’s 75 years of unwavering support for Palestine
The policy shift was the most significant development since Washington unveiled its “deal of the century” early this year. Read also: Indonesia drums up support for Palestine at UNSC Indonesia ha …
Badr Albusaidi picked as Oman’s new foreign minister
Sultan Haitham of Oman on Tuesday appointed a new top diplomat, replacing the long-serving Yusuf bin Alawi bin Abdullah in a government reshuffle. Sultan Haitham, since his accession in January, has …
Singapore regulator to push for more locals in senior bank roles
(Bloomberg) — Singapore’s financial regulator will step up efforts to urge banks to place more citizens in senior management roles, according to its chief. The Monetary Authority of Singapore confers …