Sequoia Capital has reportedly made its first investment in the Gulf / MENA region by leading an investment round for Lean Technologies.
Saudi Arabia extends residencies, exit-entry visas
The extension, issued by the Minister of Finance, is part of the Kingdom’s efforts to address the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic …
Afghanistan: More Than Half Of Population Facing ‘severe Hunger’ As 9mn On Brink Of Famine
At least 23 million people, more than half of the population in Afghanistan are facing severe food shortages as deepening winter worsened the situation.
South Korea to Extend FX Trading, Ease Rules for Global Funds
South Korea will extend trading in its foreign-exchange market and ease restrictions against overseas investors in a bid to encourage more foreign participation — reversing a decades-old policy …
Iran is likely to have direct talks with US – Iranian FM
Trend: Iran could hold direct talks with the US over the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) if it deems it necessary to reach a “good” agreement, …
Vietnam’s Nghi Son refinery slashes output over crude finance -source, state media
Vietnam’s Nghi Son refinery has cut its production to 80% of capacity over a disagreement about financing for crude oil, a source familiar with the matter and state media said on Tuesday. HANOI, Jan …
Vietnam’s Nghi Son refinery slashes output over crude finance -source, state media
Vietnam’s Nghi Son refinery has cut its production to 80% of capacity over a disagreement about financing for crude oil, a source familiar with the matter and state media said on Tuesday. HANOI, Jan …
S. Korean Investment in Vietnam Falls Sharply for 2nd Straight Year
South Korean businesses’ investment in Vietnam, a centerpiece of South Korea’s New Southern Policy, has declined sharply amid weakened investment sentiment. According to statistics released by the …
Shinhan Life officially launches life insurance business in Vietnam
Shinhan Life – a newcomer to the market, with extensive experience in the insurance and financial sectors from the parent company Shinhan Life Korea. Mr. Lee EuiChul, General Di …
Vietnam’s Top Oil Refinery Cuts Processing on Cash Squeeze
Vietnam’s largest oil refinery cut processing rates and may be forced to close next month after a cash squeeze led to a halt in crude imports from Kuwait, according to people with knowledge of the …