Donald Trump is back in the headlines, this time claiming he's on the verge of brokering a "very close" peace deal between Russia and Ukraine. This bold assertion follows a reported meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Adam Witkoff, a US real estate...
In a game-changing move amid the ongoing US-China trade war, Apple is set to shift the entire production of iPhones destined for the US market to India by 2026. This strategic pivot aims to sidestep the crippling tariffs imposed on Chinese imports, which have soared...
In a bold move to shield its domestic industries, Indonesia has announced plans to impose safeguard duties ranging from 100% to 200% on imports of footwear, clothing, textiles, cosmetics, and ceramics. Trade Minister Zulkifli Hasan emphasized that this measure aims to...
Despite a noticeable slowdown in urban consumer demand, India continues to dazzle multinational consumer goods companies as a key growth market, proving once again why it’s the jewel in the crown of emerging economies. While urban pockets grapple with sluggish wage...
In a fiery rebuke that’s escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies, China has lashed out at the “extreme selfishness” behind the steep tariffs imposed by the United States, calling the ongoing trade conflict an “unjustified trade war.” The sharp...
In a dramatic reversal, President Donald Trump has signaled a significant shift in his approach to U.S.-China trade relations. After imposing a staggering 145% tariff on Chinese imports, Trump now states he plans to be “very nice” to China in any forthcoming trade...
Gold Fields has reached a transitional agreement with the Government of Ghana to continue operations at the Damang mine. This agreement follows the government's initial rejection of Gold Fields' lease renewal application, marking a departure from the previous practice...
The second edition of Startup Mahakumbh 2025 concluded with unprecedented success at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, attracting over 230,000 visitors - nearly eight times last year's attendance. Spanning three days, the event spotlighted India's burgeoning startup...
India is projected to maintain its position as the world's fastest-growing major economy, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasting a 6.2% GDP growth for the fiscal year 2025-26. This projection, while slightly lower than the 6.5% anticipated earlier,...
Pakistan's stock market plunged sharply on Thursday, April 24, 2025, as the Karachi-100 index (KSE-100) nosedived over 2,500 points - more than 2% - within minutes of the opening bell. The sharp sell-off was triggered by India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty...
In a strategic maneuver, India is poised to become the first nation to finalize a bilateral trade agreement with the United States, potentially averting President Donald Trump's proposed 26% reciprocal tariffs. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that...
In a powerful vote of confidence for Kazakhstan’s growth, the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has invested more than US$1 billion into the country’s economy in 2024, signaling strong support for the nation’s development ambitions. This was confirmed during a...
In a surprising turn of events, Brazil briefly recorded a trade deficit with China, raising eyebrows and sparking debate about the South American giant's economic reliance on its largest trading partner. While the deficit was short-lived, it served as a stark reminder...
As the specter of a second Trump presidency looms, analysts are buzzing about an unexpected consequence: could his disruptive policies actually galvanize the Global South? While some fear a return to isolationism and trade wars, others see an opportunity for emerging...
In a major leap towards enhancing bilateral relations, India and Russia have signed off on six new strategic projects aimed at boosting investment and cooperation between the two nations. The ambitious move underscores the strengthening of ties between India, one of...
In a rapidly changing global economic environment, emerging markets are once again in the spotlight as they navigate pressing challenges and untapped opportunities. According to a recent report from the Financial Times, developing nations are striving to balance...