Japanese Emperor Naruhito’s younger brother, Crown Prince Fumihito, has been formally sworn in as first in line to the Chrysanthemum Throne. ( read original story ...)
Russia’s Putin Joins China’s President in Staying Silent on Joe Biden’s Win
Russian state media voiced support for President Trump’s view that the Nov. 3 presidential vote was marred with irregularities, as Russian President Vladimir Putin joined Chinese, Brazilian and a ... ( read original story ...)
Saudi Arabia Outlook Cut to Negative by Fitch on Oil, Virus
Saudi Arabia’s outlook was cut to negative from stable by Fitch Ratings as the coronavirus pandemic and lower oil prices clobber the kingdom’s finances. ( read original story ...)
MIDEAST STOCKS-Saudi index sees biggest daily rise in over six months
Most stock markets in the Middle East ended higher on Monday, mirroring a buoyant day in oil prices and global stocks, with the Saudi index leading the gains. Nov 9 (Reuters) - Most stock markets in ... ( read original story ...)
Checkbook in Hand, India Continues its Maldives Outreach
The Indian foreign secretary’s visit to the Maldives is to follow up on India’s deepening commitments in the island nation. ( read original story ...)
India, Maldives sign slew of pacts as Delhi expands strategic footprints in Southern Indian Ocean
Expanding strategic footprints in the Southern Region India and Maldives on Monday signed two MoUs for High Impact Community Development Projects, an MoU on Cooperation in Sports and Youth Affairs and ... ( read original story ...)
India, Maldives sign 4 MoUs including on GMCP, cooperation in sports
India and Maldives on Monday signed four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) including on the Greater Male Connectivity Project (GMCP) with the Maldives foreign Affairs Minister Abdulla Shahid stating ... ( read original story ...)
Erdene Provides Third Quarter Financial and Bayan Khundii Gold Project Update
HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Nov. 09, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- . (TSX:ERD; MSE:ERDN) ("Erdene" or the "Company") is pleased to announce operating and financial results for the three and nine months ended ... ( read original story ...)
The Finance 202: Biden faces economic mess as he plots an emergency cleanup
Smoldering economic wreckage will greet Joe Biden when takes office in 72 days. The Democratic president-elect pledged to begin repair work immediately. On a newly launched website — ... ( read original story ...)
Oman’s reform plans worry activists
Large budget deficits force Oman to accelerate the pace of economic reforms, which some activists fear may limit political expression ... ( read original story ...)