Oman has officially signed off on its 2026 national budget, and it’s setting the tone for the years ahead. Alongside it, the sultanate has launched the next phase of its Vision 2040 economic programme ...
UAE aviation strengthens role as economic benchmark
The UAE aviation sector strengthened its global standing in 2025 with regulatory, sustainability, and infrastructure contributing up to 18% of GDP ...
Gem Sri Lanka 2026 set to unfold its biggest story yet at Shangri-La Colombo
Building on the resounding success of its first two editions, Gem Sri Lanka 2026 is poised to mark a defining moment in the country’s gem and jewellery industry when it takes place on 7, 8 and 9 ...
Saudi Arabia attracts 20 of world’s top 30 banks, investment minister says
RIYADH — Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih said Saudi Arabia has succeeded in attracting 20 of the world’s top 30 banks as part of efforts to expand the presence and activity of major global asset ...
The UN’s Continued Engagement in Iraq after UNAMI
The United Nations' Continued Engagement in Iraq after UNAMI Following the conclusion of the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) on 31 December 2025, the United Nations ...
Over $100bn in Investments in Iraq Over Three Years
By John Lee. Iraq has achieved more than US$102 billion in investments over the past three years, reflecting rising confidence among domestic and foreign investors, according to a 2025 review issued ...
India will grow in 2026, but will Indians be better off?
Good morning and happy new year! Welcome back to India Business Briefing. Last week we analysed the big themes of 2025. Today, we look at what the economy, markets and the government will have to deal ...
India launches new e-Business visa for Chinese nationals: All about it
India launches e-B-4 Visa for Chinese businessmen, enabling online applications for business activities and strengthening India-China business ties.
Asian Financial Forum to debut Global Business Summit in Hong Kong
HONG KONG - The 19th Asian Financial Forum will be held on Jan 26 and 27 in Hong Kong, featuring the inaugural Global Business Summit that spotlights the deep integration of finance and the real ...
Sri Lanka budget deficit to rise 1.4-pct in 2026 on Cyclone spending
Sri Lanka's budget deficit will rise 1.4 percent to 6.5 percent of gross domestic product in 2026 as a result of extra spending related to Cyclone Ditwah relief and recovery, a Finance Ministry ...