The British government has come under scrutiny after charges against two men accused of spying for Beijing were dropped. Here’s what to know.
How Iran ships oil around the world despite sanctions
Most of the benefits go to a small clique of corrupt Iranian elites— and China.At the end of September, the United Nations reinstated wide-ranging sanctions on Iran that had been suspended under the ...
Pakistan and IMF Conclude Economic Review Talks; Draft MEFP Shared
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has shared the draft Memorandum of Economic and Financial Policies (MEFP) with Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance, ...
Diaspora group flags ‘risk of undermining’ India-US ties: ‘America first, but take pride in India’s progress’
Rakesh Malhotra emphasises strengthening the India-US partnership, urging the Indian diaspora to engage in civic life and counter misinformation for a resilient future.
Navigating the Next Chapter for Turkey’s Retail Sector
For the past twenty-plus years, the founder of Rönesans Holding has had a front-row seat to these changes and expansions in Turkey’s retail real estate industry. ( read original story ...)
ComBank to finance luxury apartment purchases at mixed development project in Rajagiriya
In yet another demonstration of its understanding of customer requirements, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Baili Investments Lanka Private Ltd. ( read original story ...)
US Army Jet Spies on China and North Korea: Flight Data
Facing growing threats from China and North Korea, the U.S. has enhanced its ability to defend Japan and South Korea by deploying drones and F-35 stealth fighter jets to both allies, where about ...
India eyes FTA with Qatar by third quarter of 2026: Piyush Goyal
India and Qatar are working towards concluding a free trade agreement (FTA), possibly by the third quarter of 2026, India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal ...
Taiwan ready to halt Russian naphtha purchases if EU requests, minister says
Taiwan's private oil refineries are prepared to stop buying Russian naphtha if the European Union requests it, Taiwanese Economy Minister Kung Ming-hsin said on Oct. 8, according to Reuters. The ...
Hong Kong’s unique ability to attract global capital sets it apart from domestic markets like Shanghai and Shenzhen
Hong Kong’s unique ability to attract global capital sets it apart from domestic markets like Shanghai and Shenzhen.