The big plan to link the Gulf with South Asia
The U.S., India, Saudi Arabia, and UAE are talking about a major infrastructure deal. This plan aims to link the...
September 8, 2023Section
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Vietnam is catching U.S. attention as an alternative to China
Vietnam is catching U.S. attention as an alternative to China. Yet, its lack of skilled workers and poor roads limit...
September 8, 2023
North Korea has built a new tactical nuclear submarine
North Korea has built a new tactical nuclear submarine. Leader Kim Jong Un revealed it in a public ceremony.
September 8, 2023
Gulf Council praises better Iran ties, asks for land dispute solution
The Gulf Council praised steps to mend ties between Saudi Arabia and Iran. This came after a meeting of council...
September 7, 2023
China’s Belt and Road Initiative is facing stronger headwinds
China's Belt and Road Initiative BRI is facing stronger headwinds. Bad Silk road loans involving China surged.
September 7, 2023
India is thinking of changing big and may rename itself Bharat
India is thinking of changing big and may rename itself Bharat. The name comes from Sanskrit, an old language.
September 7, 2023
Foreign investment in China’s stock market the lowest since last October
Global funds sold a record amount of Chinese stocks. This made foreign investment in China's stock market the lowest since...
September 5, 2023
China’s Yuan reaches 3% in global payments
China's Yuan reaches 3% in global payments, the Central Bank says. On September 3, 2023, Jin Zhongxia spoke at China's...
September 5, 2023
Iran has taken steps to reduce its reserves of enriched uranium
Iran has taken steps to reduce its reserves of enriched uranium, according to a confidential report from the International Atomic...
September 4, 2023