U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday urged China to step up its diplomatic efforts to persuade Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz to int ...
Businesses Ask Govt to End Super Tax, Reduce Business Costs
The Pakistan Business Forum has submitted its budget proposals for fiscal year 2026-27, calling for lower taxes, simpler regulations, and a stronger focus ...
India returns to Africa stage after 11 years: Trade expansion or strategic counter to China?
India is set to host the fourth India-Africa Forum Summit after more than a decade. The summit will focus on trade expansion, investment, innovation and strategic cooperation, even as questions grow o ...
China invokes anti-sanctions law to counter US blacklisting of refiners
China has, for the first time, invoked a law targeting companies that comply with foreign sanctions it rejects, escalating a pushback against the U.S. blacklisting of several oil refineries over ...
Young leadership signals major political shift in Nepal: FinMin Dr Wagle
Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle has said Nepal is witnessing an unprecedented generational shift in political leadership, urging the private sector to adapt it ...
Iraq says oil exports can recover quickly if Hormuz crisis ends
Iraq says it can restore normal oil production and exports within a week once the Strait of Hormuz crisis ends, offering a rare sign of possible relief in a market rattled by blocked Gulf shipments ...
Iraq says oil exports can recover quickly if Hormuz crisis ends
Iraq says it can restore normal oil production and exports within a week once the Strait of Hormuz crisis ends, offering a rare sign of possible relief in a market rattled by blocked Gulf shipments ...
Iraq’s financial revenues hit $11.45 billion in January and February
The Iraqi Ministry of Finance revealed on Monday that the country’s financial revenues surpassed $11.45 billion in January and February 2026.
Yen jumps as Japan takes on speculators
By Rae Wee SINGAPORE, May 4 (Reuters) - A brief jolt higher in the yen on Monday sparked speculation that Japan had again sought to defend its sinking currency, though analysts say pressure is likely ...
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026: How Axis My India Nailed TVK Wave That Other Pollsters Failed to See
Axis My India got it right by predicting the TVK surge led by Vijay, while most pollsters wrongly forecast a DMK return. Here’s how the exit poll stood out.