BP spent over $1.1 million on sponsorship projects in Azerbaijan in 2020,” the company said.“Over the past 27 years, BP and its ... ( read original story ...)
Kim’s Assassins: In 1983, North Korean Special Forces Nearly Decapitated the South Korean Government
Three days later, three North Korean special forces officers are running for their lives. Here's What You Need To Remember: Seoul raises the alert status of its forces…and does nothing. What can be ... ( read original story ...)
Malaysia’s largest budget may not be enough to ease pain amid pandemic
Malaysia's largest budget, unveiled last week, came with big promises to ease public pain amid the Covid-19 nightmare, but criticisms of its limitations have been coming in fast and furious.. Read ... ( read original story ...)
Saudi crown prince says PIF to inject $40 billion annually in economy in 2021, 2022
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said the kingdom's sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund, (PIF) will inject 150 billion riyals annually ($40 billion) into the economy in ... ( read original story ...)
International financial alliance forms to help Iraq
Several countries are forming an economic alliance to help Iraq in its financial crisis. Following months of struggle between the Iraqi government and the parliament, the latter approved Nov. 12 the ... ( read original story ...)
Turkish finance minister resigns amid a deepening crisis
Turkey’s Treasury and Finance Minister and son-in-law to Erdoğan, Berat Albayrak, resigned citing alleged “health issues.” In unprecedented fashion, he announced his resignation suddenly and on social ... ( read original story ...)
China Ex-Finance Minister Says It’s Time to Consider Exiting Stimulus, Caixin Reports
China’s ex-finance minister said it’s time to consider withdrawing the monetary stimulus injected into the economy this year and fine-tune fiscal policies as the recovery strengthens, according to a ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Excellence Building Material and Fastener Industries Webinar Highlights Quality and Safety from Four Top Brands
Unveiling the latest industry innovations, the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), Taiwan’s foremost trade promotion organization, hosted its successful Taiwan Excellence Building ... ( read original story ...)
Qatar witnesses robust domestic tourism
Qatar has witnessed a robust domestic tourism, especially for the beach-front hotels, and the hospitality sector will be boosted by the delivery of several major tourism and leisure projects, ... ( read original story ...)
Longtime Indian expatriate content with memorable moments in Qatar
Living in Qatar is an addiction. You do not want to leave this country. You cannot get this comfortable life anywhere in the world. You are free, fearless and frank here.” ... ( read original story ...)