YANGON: Myanmar aims to export 350,000 to 380,000 tonnes of rubber in the 2025-2026 fiscal year (April 2025-March 2026), an official from the Myanmar Rubber Planters and Producers Association told ...
Thailand, Cambodia Agree to De-Escalate Border Standoff
The governments of Thailand and Cambodia agreed to de-escalate a border standoff by adjusting military forces in the conflict zone, following a skirmish in late May. The decision was announced by Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra in a post on X late Sunday.
Japan confirms China’s aircraft carrier sailed east of Iwo Jima for first time
The Chinese aircraft carrier Liaoning sailed through waters east of the island of Iwo Jima in the Pacific Ocean for the first time, Japan's top government spokesperson said on Monday.
Controversy Erupts as Ex-President Abdul Hamid Returns to Bangladesh
Abdul Hamid, Bangladesh's former president, returned from medical treatment abroad amidst controversy. Accused in a murder case, his exit had sparked protests and led to disciplinary action against ...
China’s car sales rise in May, but price wars cloud outlook
China's May car sales rose for a fourth consecutive month, but slower sales rises across major automakers, although the pace of growth slowed, highlighting concerns over aggressive price competition ...
Departure Lounge: The best deals to book right now, including the Maldives and Gran Canaria
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Qatar property market broadly stable with rising demand
Residential rental rates in Qatar were broadly stable across all locations in the fourth quarter of last year while the number of transactions and inquiries increased as demand picked up, leading ... ( read original story ...)
Oman: Dhofar gears up for khareef with 100 tourist sites, 7,300 rooms
SALALAH - Dhofar Governorate is gearing up for its signature tourism season with a marked increase in hospitality capacity, as the number of licensed establishments reaches 100, offering 7,300 rooms, ... ( read original story ...)
H World Group enters Laos with four hotel management agreements
H World Group has signed four hotel management agreements in Laos, expanding its presence in South-east Asia as part of its international growth strategy. ( read original story ...)
Middle East News Live: UAE property boom widens in 2025, driven by visa reforms, economic strategy, and stability
Welcome to our live blog tracking the latest news and developments from the Middle East. Stay updated with real-time insights into the region's political developments, economic trends, and security ... ( read original story ...)