Covid-19 is rippling through the country. The economy is reeling. But for many Indians, an actor’s death and the investigation that followed are a bigger story. ( read original story ...)
China had mocked Trump for not taking the pandemic seriously. Now it’s very personal.
China is riveted by news of Trump’s positive coronavirus test, even as senior officials remain reserved in their public comments. ( read original story ...)
Fitch keeps Cyprus’ rating at BBB- with stable outlook
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Cyprus' Long Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at BBB- with a stable outlook, a Fitch press release made available on Saturday said. Cypriot Finance Minister ... ( read original story ...)
UAE, U.S. and Israel to Develop Joint Energy Strategy, Say Ministers
The United States, Israel and the United Arab Emirates will develop a joint strategy for greater coordination in the energy sector and look to solve energy challenges facing the Palestinians, the ... ( read original story ...)
Israel lobby will face blowback, eventually
How much is too much? When will Israeli nationalists in North America completely discredit themselves by overusing their power to crush those defending Palestinians? ( read original story ...)
Central Bank of the UAE signs agreement with DIEDC to explore Islamic finance opportunities
Upon completion, the project would bring “much anticipated standardisation to the Islamic finance sector, reduce discrepancies in practices across the globe, and eventually translate into positive ... ( read original story ...)
Vietnam: Asean finance ministers, central bank governors discuss monetary-financial integration
The sixth Asean Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM), the most important event in a series of regional finance-banking cooperation activities hosted by Việt Nam this year, was ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. Opens Trade Case to Probe Vietnam Currency Undervaluation
The U.S. announced it’s opening a trade investigation into Vietnam’s currency policy to determine whether an undervalued dong hurts American businesses. ( read original story ...)
Qatar Executive commercial charter revenue jumps 18% in fiscal 2020
Qatar Executive’s commercial charter revenue grew by 18% in fiscal 2020, driven by an increase in commercial flying hours, Qatar Airways Group's Annual report has shown. ( read original story ...)
Fashion Retailer H&M With 16 GA Locations To Close 250 Stores
GEORGIA — H&M, a low-cost fashion retailer based in Sweden with a heavy mall presence in Georgia, said it plans to close up to 250 stores next year because of decreased foot traffic amid the ... ( read original story ...)