The World Bank said the Israel-Hezbollah conflict has severely disrupted Lebanon's fragile recovery, predicting a 6.4% contraction in the economy.
UAE announces major new rules for businesses starting from October 1
UAE businesses face tighter supplier checks from October 1, with VAT refunds denied when purchases are linked to tax evasion ...
North Korea enjoys rare ‘dash for flash’
Peter Ward of the Sejong Institute in Seoul said North Korea was in the throes of a “Russian sugar high” and a “dash for flash — and shovel-ready, exciting-looking projects that will catch the eye of ...
Trump says Iran’s economy is collapsing, but former central bank adviser says not so fast
Donald Trump says Iran’s economy is collapsing, but former Central Bank of Iran adviser Mehrdad Sepahvand says the country is deteriorating rather than unraveli ...
Pakistan’s military says security forces killed 49 militants in raids in northwest and southwest
The military described those killed as members of “ Fitna al-Khawarij “ and “Fitna al-Hindustan,” terms the government uses for the outlawed Pakistani Taliban and Baloch separatist groups, ...
Pakistan rejects allegations of mistreatment, medical neglect of imprisoned ex-premier Imran Khan
Pakistan’s government on Friday rejected allegations by the family and party of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan that he was being subjected to “cruelty, mental torture, punitive solitary ...
Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan back in jail after court-ordered hospital visit ends sooner than expected
By Rick Noack and Mubasher Bukhari ISLAMABAD/LAHORE, Aug 21 (Reuters) - Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan was declared medically fit and sent back to prison after being examined by a team of ...
Tesla recalls nearly 3M vehicles in China over door handle safety risks
Tesla and other Chinese carmakers are recalling more than 4 million vehicles over safety concerns including risks tied to their door handles.
Thailand Real Estate Awards 2026: countdown begins to landmark 10th anniversary celebration
The countdown is on for the Thailand Real Estate Awards 2026 on Aug 27 at Four Seasons Bangkok, marking 10 years of property excellence. ( read original story ...)
From Remittances to Investment: Building an Israel–Somaliland Business Bridge
Building an Israel–Somaliland Business Bridge How diaspora capital, Israeli innovation, and Somaliland’s strategic assets can support commercially sustainable growth. Somaliland’s diaspora sends money ...