The decision comes as part of India’s "Neighbourhood First" policy, even as concerns persist over Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu’s pro-China tilt.
Bahrain: MPs unanimously vote for 2% remittance tax
It comes a year after the move was unanimously rejected by the Shura Council following a previous unanimous approval by MPs ...
Kuwait steady reforms not enough to lift credit rating
Kuwait’s economic and financial reforms are progressing steadily, albeit without the fanfare that typically accompanies major ...
UAE mega projects, sustainability boost bonds, sukuk issuances
The UAE is witnessing rapid growth in its mega projects, spanning vital sectors such as infrastructure, renewable energy, and real estate development, in line with a strategic vision that places ...
Budget 2025: Good news for Afghanistan, Bangladesh to receive only Rs…., Maldives and Nepal to get….
It is worth noting that, New Delhi has doubled its aid to Taliban-led Afghanistan, increasing it from Rs 50 crore last year to Rs 100 crore this time.
Former Federal Reserve adviser indicted and arrested for alleged espionage in dealings with China
Federal authorities have arrested a former Federal Reserve senior adviser for allegedly giving inside economic information to China. A grand jury indictment accuses John Harold Rogers, 63, of Vienna, ...
Tajikistan targets witchcraft and fortune-telling in new crackdown
In a block of flats in Tajikistan's capital Dushanbe, a turbaned woman cautiously opened the door of her apartment a chink, letting out a waft of incense. "I'm not taking on new clients. It could be a ...
President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon Receives Credentials From Somali Ambassador
The President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, officially received the credentials of the new Ambassador of Somalia to Tajikistan, Fatxudin Ali Mohamed Ospito. The ceremony took place at the ...
Major defeat for Pakistan, ISI as Iran, Tajikistan take this big step in Chabahar Port; good news for India because…
The Chabahar Port deal between Iran and Tajikistan will be majorly beneficial for India, both strategically as well as economically, as it will open up the India to Central Asia, which will boost ...
Lammy pitch on Sudan raises questions about UK ties to Israel and UAE
UK foreign secretary asks 'where's the liberal outrage' about Sudan, but cannot answer questions about the UAE's involvement ...