Economy
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Tehran’s two major airports resume flights: State media
Tehran’s two major airports resumed flights on Friday, state media reported, following a brief suspension after explosions were heard in…
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Swiss watch exports suffer decline as China, Hong Kong demand dries up
Monthly Swiss watch exports suffered their biggest decline since 2020 as demand for premium and luxury timepieces in key markets…
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What are 3 mistakes to avoid when buying a used car sight unseen
It’s easier than ever before to buy a used vehicle online. Unfortunately, that also means it’s easier than ever before…
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Abu Dhabi-based Taqa in talks to buy 41 pct stake in Spain’ Naturgy
Abu Dhabi-based energy holding Taqa said Wednesday it was in talks to buy the 41 percent stake in Naturgy, Spain’s leading gas…
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Pakistan blocked Elon Musk’s X, formerly Twitter, over national security concerns
Pakistan’s interior ministry said on Wednesday it blocked access to social media platform X in February on national security concerns,…
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Russia may be ready to attack NATO in 5 to 8 years, German official says
Russia could be ready militarily to attack NATO countries in five to eight years’ time if it chose to do so,…
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UK welcomes UAE investment but says all deals subject to national security rules
Britain welcomes investment from the United Arab Emirates but all deals will be subject to Britain’s national security regime, Deputy…
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Iran’s attack on Israel fails to spur oil price surge despite risks of wider conflict
Oil prices have failed to soar even after major crude producer Iran attacked Israel with drones and missiles, risking wider conflict…
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Mideast-related oil price hike threatens economic outlook: IMF Chief Economist
The recent oil price spike fueled by rising Middle East tensions has the potential to derail the IMF’s “relatively good”…
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World Bank forecasts low economic growth in MENA amid rising conflict in the region
Countries in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are expected to witness low economic growth “akin to the period prior…
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