Muscat: Oman’s non-banking financial sector is moving towards mandatory sustainability-related financial disclosures, with the Financial Services Authority confirming that IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 ...
Kazakhstan signs €10bn in deals with Europe as Tokayev wraps Brussels visit
During President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's visit to Brussels, strategic documents were signed with the EU, and 30 commercial deals were concluded with EU companies, with the EU being the Central Asian ...
US demand lifts Sri Lanka apparel exports to 2026 monthly high
Sri Lanka’s Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) has reported that the country achieved its highest monthly export value for apparel and textile products in 2026 due to and increase in demand from ...
Trump says Iran has told US no tolls being sought at Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Iran has told the United States that no tolls were being sought from ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz.
Complex crypto networks are used to facilitate financial flow, funding Houthis’ war
Analysts and local sources describe a system built on Tether, temporary wallets, weakly regulated exchanges, and cash-out networks on the ground.
Trump deal gives Iran access to US dollar: What to know
The Trump administration this week signaled progress in its negotiations with Iran over reopening the Strait of Hormuz and reforming its nuclear program by rolling back longstanding sanctions on ...
World Bank okays $450m for Bangladesh banking sector overhaul
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors on Wednesday approved $450 million in financing to help Bangladesh strengthen the ...
Queen Maxima lauds India’s financial inclusion, digital progress
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands is on a 3-day visit to India in her UN capacity. She praised India's digital public infrastructure and progress in financial inclusion, stating the next challenge is ...
Can Pakistan’s peacekeeping role in Iran war give it an economic dividend? Published on: June 24, 2026 8:54 AM
Pakistan, June 24 -- Pakistan's role in brokering a peace deal in the Iran war has led to widespread diplomatic acclaim that could bring Islamabad some economic benefits, but analysts question whether ...
Indonesia Plans to Boost Nickel Output, Fueling Market Selloff
Indonesia is poised to allow a significant rise in nickel-mine production later this year, providing relief for local smelters while weighing on global prices of the battery metal.