ISLAMABAD — Vice President JD Vance has a new base of fans — in Pakistan. Since swooping in to Islamabad to head peace talks with Tehran last weekend, Vance has been “spotted” at local restaurants, ...
Pakistan’s army chief takes spotlight in US-Iran peace talks
Pakistan has emerged as the unlikely facilitator of US-Iran peace negotiations, and with the prospect of additional talks looming, the man at the center of those efforts is the country’s army chief.
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What’s at stake for India in the Gulf
Jason D. Greenblatt argues Gulf instability threatens India’s energy, trade and long-term strategic interests.
Iran war leaves world finance officials in a gloomy mood
This week’s annual spring meetings of the IMF and World Bank in Washington focused heavily on the implications of the Iran conflict and its resulting oil supply disruption.
China expected to keep benchmark lending rates steady after strong GDP data
SHANGHAI, April 17 (Reuters) - China is expected to leave benchmark lending rates unchanged for an 11th consecutive month in April, a Reuters survey showed, as robust first-quarter growth and a ...
Pakistan Looks to Play Peacemaker Between U.S. and Iran, Again
After talks in Islamabad last weekend led to a two-week cease-fire, Pakistan is offering to host another round in an attempt to sustain ongoing peace efforts.
Armenia to introduce new state duties on the export of cultural property
The National Assembly of Armenia has passed amendments to the Law "On State Duty" during its session on Thursday, in the second and final reading. ... ( read original story ...)
Armenia, U.S. discuss intellectual property cooperation
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Singapore property rental market may face headwind and disruptions in 2026
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