The vote hammered home to Gulf states that China is a partner when it comes to business—but less so on security.
Dubai property prices may soften, but segment variation likely: expert
Apartments in areas with a high volume of similar stock are likely to be more exposed to price sensitivity, while villas and townhouses may prove more resilient ... ( read original story ...)
Dubai property paused on war fears — will US-Iran ceasefire bring buyers rushing back?
At the height of the conflict, Dubai’s safe-haven appeal weakened, slowing activity and hitting realty stocks, though the impact was largely sentiment-driven. ( read original story ...)
China’s Xi talks peace with Taiwan’s opposition leader even as Beijing raises military pressure
Cheng Li-wun avoided any public criticism of China or its military drills as she advocated for a closer relationship with Beijing, a pivot that has made her a divisive figure in Taiwan.
China’s Xi invokes ‘threat’ of Taiwan independence in first cross-strait opposition talks in a decade
Xi Jinping hosted Taiwan's main opposition leader in Beijing for the first time in a decade, ahead of a high-stakes meeting with Trump in May and Taiwan's presidential election in 2028.
China-Iran Ties May Complicate US Relationship, Trump Aide Says
US-China relations risk becoming more complicated if Beijing’s involvement with Iran hurts American interests, President Donald Trump’s top trade adviser said.
China helped broker Iran truce, but it’s wary of deeper involvement
Beijing urged Iran to accept a ceasefire, but it hasn’t agreed to act as a guarantor of the deal in America’s messy war.
Israel issues new warnings for Beirut as Iran says attacks breach ceasefire
Lebanon's health ministry says Israeli strikes killed 203 people on Wednesday while Israel says it will "act forcefully" if attacked by Iran.
French watchmaker Pierre Lannier targets ₹10 crore India revenue
French watchmaker Pierre Lannier targets €1 million revenue in India in its first year, betting on rising incomes and retail-led expansion across major cities ...
Indonesia’s Finance Minister calls World Bank GDP growth downgrade a ‘serious mistake’
The World Bank has lowered Indonesia’s economic growth forecast to 4.7 per cent, down from 4.8 per cent it projected in October last year, citing external pressures including higher global oil prices ...