With no passengers and no planes, Pakistan’s newest and most expensive airport is a bit of a mystery. Entirely financed by China to the tune of $240 million, it’s anyone’s guess when New Gwadar ...
Iran to cut business visa fees, boost trade ties with Pakistan
MoUs signed in a meeting between Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Iran's Mashhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Indonesia launches new sovereign wealth fund Danantara, with eye on 8% growth
The fund will invest US$20 billion (S$27 billion) in 20 projects to drive development in the nation. Read more at straitstimes.com.
World braces for impact of Trump’s ‘maximum pressure’ sanctions targeting Iran
A new executive order will claw back sanctions waivers offered under the Biden administration to third parties that do business with Iran, with serious implications for global markets.
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Image via Shutterstock Luke Combs loves to hunt turkey when he's not busy performing for screaming fans and being a father to his two young children. But you may be surprised at his favorite thing ...
What Vietnam is considering to avoid US tariffs
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans for tariffs that could virtually hit all Vietnam's goods exports to its top market, worth last year more than $142 billion, according to UN data, about ...
In the Philippines, the president and vice president are threatening to kill each other
The powerful Marcos and Duterte political clans are engaged in bitter political conflict in the Philippines. While personalities and personal ambitions – and death threats – have claimed the headlines,
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Japan’s ANA taps Boeing, Airbus, Embraer in 77-jet order
Japan's ANA Holdings said on Tuesday it planned to place a company-record order for up to 77 aircraft to replenish its fleet and take advantage of growing demand for travel. The order was its largest ...
Trump’s remarks on $29mn USAID funds put Bangladesh project under spotlight
The American president’s comments on a US-funded project have fuelled debates over its execution and beneficiaries ...