Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, weighs in on the possible Oracle-TikTok deal and resuming sports in the coronavirus era. ( read original story ...)
Protest, reform and reaction: Jordan’s Muslim Brotherhood searches for a ‘safe passage’
The Muslim Brotherhood joined the popular movement, attended demonstrations and marches, and refused to participate in the national dialogue committee that the government created to discuss reforms. ( read original story ...)
FEATURE-Climate change and COVID land Nepal’s tea production in hot water
Less than 20% of Nepal’s farmland has reliable irrigation facilities year-round, according to data from the Ministry of Finance, meaning the rest relies on rain for watering crops. The increase ... ( read original story ...)
Cash-Strapped Iraq To Finally Roll Out Refinery Megaproject
Cash strapped Iraq has the potential to be a regional petrochemicals industry powerhouse, but up until now, it never managed to gather the necessary expertise or funds ... ( read original story ...)
Exclusive: Taliban’s Expanding ‘Financial Power’ Could Make It ‘Impervious’ To Pressure, Confidential NATO Report Warns
The Taliban is “close to achieving financial and military independence,” a scenario that could make the militant group resistant to compromise in peace talks aimed at ending the war in Afghanistan, ... ( read original story ...)
UK’s credit financing for Pakistan has tripled to £1.5 billion, says Turner
British High Commissioner says other countries including the United Kingdom should learn from Pakistan on controlling novel coronavirus ... ( read original story ...)
Bank Indonesia Seen on Hold as Rupiah Pressured: Decision Guide
Indonesia’s central bank is set to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged Thursday as a weak economy and concerns over the bank’s autonomy weigh on the currency. ( read original story ...)
UAE-Israel business ties in the fast lane
As the UAE and Israel signed the Abraham Accord in Washington DC to set up diplomatic ties and normalise relations, private and public sector companies are gearing to explore trade and investment ... ( read original story ...)
Azerbaijan Tourism Association opens new offices
Azerbaijan Tourism Association (AZTA) has opened five new offices in the country's regions. The new offices will focus on ourism promotion in the regions. AZTA is planning to involve local population ... ( read original story ...)
(Holiday in North Korea) Consumer adventures in Pyongyang
Doing business in North Korea has got to be incredibly complex. Their economic system is unrecognizable compared to ours, and even buying a drink can be frustrating. I recall on my first visit to ... ( read original story ...)