China’s retail sales fell for the first time in more than three years in May, while urban investment contracted more than expected, adding to signs the economic slump deepened.
Trade, tourism, and connectivity diplomacy: Converting Nepal into a consistent international hub
Nepal has spent decades defining itself as a country that others should want to engage with on account of its mountains, its geography, and its spiritual heritage.
Uzbekistan courts global investors with AI tax breaks, duty-free zones & mining sector reforms
The President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev Wednesday, while announcing the launch of tax free zones for artificial intelligence projects and data centres, said that the doors of ‘New Uzbekistan’ …
New Cmte to Renew Kirkuk-Ceyhan Oil Pipeline Agreement
From Rudaw. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraq forms committee to renew Kirkuk-Ceyhan oil pipeline agreement Iraq …
Microsoft makes big AI inroads in China by selling OpenAI models
Microsoft Corp. has built a big business selling AI models to Chinese companies despite the growing rivalry between the US and China over artificial intelligence.
Despite U.S.-China Truce, American Companies See Little Improvement in China
A U.S.-China Business Council survey found most American companies see little improvement in China’s business climate, while growing competition from Chinese rivals threatens future profitability.
Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) and Azerbaijan Business Development Fund Launch Shariah-Compliant Local Currency Small and Medium-Sized …
Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) and Azerbaijan Business Development Fund Launch Shariah-Compliant Local Currency Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SME) Financing …
Cambodia scam centres increase despite crackdown: report
The findings show 86 scam compounds operating across Cambodia as of April, up from 53 a year earlier Read more at The Business Times.
Kazakhstan, NVIDIA and Firebird sign $10B Data Center Valley deal
Kazakhstan has signed $10 billion agreements with NVIDIA and Firebird to develop advanced AI infrastructure, aiming to become a regional hub for digital innovation.
UAE-Sri Lanka forum draws 225 business leaders and investors to explore new opportunities
Dubai’s role as a global hub connecting businesses, investors and opportunities was once again highlighted as the Sri Lanka Business Council UAE (SLBC UAE) hosted its flagship forum — UAE & Sri Lanka: …