US, Iran Reach Preliminary Deal Pending Trump’s Final Approval
Photo Credit: AFP WASHINGTON – United States and Iranian negotiators have reportedly reached a framework agreement to extend the current ceasefire for an additional 60 days, although the proposal still…
Hong Kong surpasses Switzerland to become the world’s leading cross-border wealth hub, boosted by strong China connections.
Hong Kong has surpassed Switzerland to become the world’s leading hub for cross-border wealth, marking the first time the Asian financial centre has taken the top position — a shift…
Possible US-Iran Deal: What We Know So Far
Photo Credit: AFP The United States and Iran appear to be moving closer towards a potential agreement aimed at ending the Middle East conflict and easing tensions affecting global oil…
China Eyes 200 Boeing Aircraft Deal Amid Push to Extend US Tariff Pause
China has confirmed plans to purchase 200 Boeing aircraft while also seeking an extension of its existing trade agreement and tariff truce with the United States, according to a statement…
High-Stakes Beijing Talks Loom Between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to hold high-stakes talks in Beijing on Thursday, with key issues including Iran, trade, and Taiwan expected to dominate…
World’s Two Most Powerful Leaders Set to Meet Again
Photo Credit: New York Times Donald Trump and Xi Jinping are set to meet in Beijing this week for a high-level summit expected to shape the next phase of US-China…
US Trade Court Moves to Block Parts of Trump Tariff Measures
A US trade court has ruled that former President Donald Trump improperly used a 1970s trade law to impose temporary 10% global tariffs, delivering another setback to his trade strategy.…
Trump Pauses Hormuz Operation Amid Push for Iran Deal
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the United States was pausing its military escort operation through the Strait of Hormuz after just one day, as Washington pushes for a negotiated…
Oil rises nearly 2% as US–Iran talks stall
Oil prices climbed further on Monday, rising 2% as stalled peace talks between the United States and Iran and restricted flows through the Strait of Hormuz kept global supplies tight.…
Oil Tankers Divert from Hormuz as US Blockade Looms
Photo Credit: Reuters Oil tankers are avoiding the Strait of Hormuz ahead of a planned US blockade later on Monday, following the collapse of weekend peace talks between the United…