Bangladesh ranks among the bottom three South Asian countries in the 2025 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index, placing 114th out of 167 countries with a score of 63.9 out of 100—ahead of only …
Pakistan-China Alliance: A Pillar of Economic Stability
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised China’s financial support, highlighting its role in stabilising Pakistan’s economy amid CPEC projects. Meeting with Chinese ambassador Jiang Zaidong, Sharif …
Danantara injects US$405 million into Garuda Indonesia
Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, through its subsidiary Danantara Asset Management, has extended a shareholder loan of US$405 million to …
A Strait of Hormuz crisis could hit global oil, but China may be less vulnerable than it looks
China has been diversifying its sources for oil imports well before the current Middle East tensions.
Starbucks considering sale of China business – Caixin Global (update)
ET with a statement from Starbucks. Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) is reportedly considering a full sale of its China operations, according to sources cited by Caixin Global. Shares were launched higher on …
Saudi Arabia and the UK enter one-stop airport security agreement
It ensures that passengers traveling from UK airports via Saudi Arabia will be able to transit without another security screening …
Trump Tells Iran and Israel to Heed Truce After Deadly Attack Raises Doubts
An Iranian missile strike killed at least four Israelis after the time Trump’s ceasefire had been due to take effect
Trump Says ‘Regime Change’ May Be Necessary to ‘Make Iran Great Again’
After Administration officials insisted the U.S. is not seeking “regime change,” the President posted on social media that it may be necessary to “.”
Vietnam puts 41 on trial in $45 mn corruption case
A $45 million corruption trial against 41 people including state officials began in Vietnam on Tuesday, part of the communist state’s wide-ranging anti-graft drive.
Waaree Renewable Signs MoU for 100 MW Solar Project in Vietnam
Under this agreement, Waaree will handle the entire scope of a proposed 100 MWp ground-mounted solar power project in Vietnam.