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Pakistan vows retaliation after India’s ‘Operation Sindoor’ strikes ki

India hit Pakistan and Pakistani Kashmir with missiles on Wednesday and Pakistan said it had shot down five Indian aircraft and vowed to retaliate, in the worst fighting in more than two decades between the nuclear-armed neighbours. India said it struck …

Tabaqchali: Market at an All-time High, Oil Prices Crashing, What Gives?

By Ahmed Tabaqchali, Chief Strategist of AFC Iraq Fund. Any opinions expressed are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Market at an All-time High, Oil Prices Crashing, What Gives? The market, as measured by …

Operation Sindoor: Is Pakistan Air Force as powerful as it claims?

In the early hours of Wednesday, India launched Operation Sindoor in response to the devastating terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which occurred a fortnight earlier. The operation targeted nine terror sites across Pakistan and Pakistan- …

The world this week | India, Pak ties hit another low after Pahalgam terror attack, New Delhi, Ottawa to reset strained ...

Speculation doing the rounds about potential Indian military action over Pahalgam terror attack, haze around the US-China tariff negotiations cleared, India and Canada to bring strained ties “back on track”, Indian Navy gets Rafale boost, the US and …

Struggle intensifies in Lebanon over IMF-sponsored bank reforms

Speech of National Leader of Turkmenistan at Turkmen-French Economic Forum

The National Leader of Turkmenistan, Arkadag Berdimuhamedov visited France on 5 May 2025. Among other engagements, he also addressed the Turkmen-French Economic Forum. Here is the unofficial, slightly paraphrased translation of his speech: Dear forum …

Business ExtraWhy is Jordan burdened by external debt?

The Jordanian government owed 44.8 billion dinars in public debt as of February this year. That’s more than $63 billion. It’s not $36 trillion dollars like the figure blinking on the US debt clock. But for a country like Jordan, where debt makes up more …

Sri Lankan plantation union leaders call on European powers to support democratic rights

A group of Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) leaders, including MP Mano Ganesan, met with the European Union’s Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) Monitoring Delegation in Colombo last week. The alliance wants the delegation to pressure the Sri …

Finmin heads to UK to court investors, meet British officials

Pakistan’s finance chief and prime minister’s aide on privatization on Tuesday arrived in London on a mission to unlock new investment channels, the Pakistani finance and privatization ministries said, amid the country’s push to drive sustainable economic …

SA’s economic growth outlook growing increasingly dim

South Africa is not alone, either: the outlook for global economic growth is also being cut due mainly to the US’ import tariffs. South Africa’s economic outlook is growing increasingly dim as various organisations and analysts start cutting their economic …

BRICS Leaders Clash Over US Tariffs And Security Council Bids In Rio

(MENAFN- The Rio Times) (Analysis) Foreign ministers from the BRICS group-Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and new members Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Indonesia, Ethiopia, and Iran-met in Rio de Janeiro in late April 2025. The …

Creating economic hardships for Pakistan is the right move

People pay for their mistakes. So also do countries, especially their rulers. We all know which country we are talking about. Last week, India banned direct and indirect imports vis-à-vis Pakistan. An immediate fallout of the heinous terror attack that …

Why is Jordan burdened by external debt?

The Jordanian government owed 44.8 billion dinars in public debt as of February this year. That’s more than $63 billion. It’s not $36 trillion dollars like the figure blinking on the US debt clock. But for a country like Jordan, where debt makes up more …

What is behind the latest conflict between India and Pakistan?

How has Pakistan responded? Pakistan denied any involvement, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for a transparent, credible and neutral investigation into the attack. He also urged the United States to impress upon India to “dial down the rhetoric …

Who is giving Pakistan so much money?

Pakistan is facing a severe economic crisis and continues to receive financial assistance from international institutions. However, india has expressed concerns about how these funds are being used. india fears that the funds are being diverted for …

100bps cut in policy rate

EDITORIAL: On 5 May the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decided to reduce the discount rate by 100 basis points — to 11 percent — a decline that was, for a change, correctly forecast by a host of analysts. The reduction is, as per the statement, …

MAGA goes global: Trump’s plan for Europe

Summary Whether he knows it or not, Donald Trump has a “big plan” for America and the world that was 40 years in the making. Trump’s foreign policy is an extension of his domestic policy. Europeans are an extension of his political opposition at home—and …

Is the time right to float the Taka?

At the end of their mission on April 17, 2025, the visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegates commented that "… greater exchange rate flexibility will support price competitiveness, rebuild foreign exchange reserve buffers, and strengthen …

They are making Venezuela’s economy scream

No country should go through what Venezuela has been going through since 2017. The FACTS graphic above shows that US-led sanctions (more aptly referred to as Unilateral Coercive Measures, or UCMs) caused Venezuela to lose oil revenue equivalent to 213% of …

MMEC 2025 Closes with Bold Commitments to Local Content, Regional Integration, and Sustainable Industrialisation

MAPUTO, MOZAMBIQUE, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 11th edition of the Mozambique Mining and Energy Conference (MMEC 2025) concluded today in Maputo, reaffirming Mozambique’s position as a regional powerhouse in mining, energy, and …

Merritt Acquires Magnum Trailer & Equipment

Expanding Capabilities Across Aluminum Truck Accessories and More FORT LUPTON, CO, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With nearly 75 years of manufacturing experience in the heavy-duty truck market, the Merritt family of companies, …

In-Depth Analysis Of The Global 5G Towers And Cables Market: Key Drivers, Trends, Growth Opportunities And Forecast 2034

The Business Research Company's 5G Towers And Cables Global Market Report 2025 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s …

Global Advanced Robotics Market: Key Trends, Market Share, Growth Drivers, and Forecast for 2025-2034

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ZA Miner Announces Launch of Enhanced Cloud Mining Platform Focused on Accessibility and Energy Efficiency

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bitcoin mining continues to evolve as a key segment within the broader digital asset ecosystem. With increasing institutional engagement and a maturing regulatory landscape, interest in …

Artificial Intelligence ai Vulnerability Scanning Market Report 2025: Tracking Market Size, Trends, And Growth Factors

The Business Research Company's Artificial Intelligence ai Vulnerability Scanning Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business …

Global Artificial Intelligence (Ai) In Media Market Outlook 2025-2034: Growth Drivers, Share, And Trends

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AI In Smart Buildings And Infrastructure Global Market Report 2025: Exponential Growth Expected In The Forecast Period

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The 4-Acetylbenzonitrile Global Market Report Outlines Significant Growth and Key Market Trends

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Global Agriculture Bactericides Market Forecast: Key Growth Drivers, Trends, And Opportunities From 2025 To 2034

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Global 2D Materials Market Outlook 2025-2034: Growth Drivers, Share, And Trends

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ANY.RUN Shares Technical Analysis of Mamona, a New Offline Ransomware Strain

DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ANY.RUN, a trusted provider of cybersecurity solutions, has published a new malware analysis uncovering Mamona, a new commodity ransomware strain that operates entirely offline …

Arteriovenous Malformations Market Forecast 2025-2034: Comprehensive Insights On Market Size, Growth Factors, Trends

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Airport Baggage Conveyor System Market Report 2025: Size, Trends, And Growth Insights For Global Expansion

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Global Airbag System Initiators Market Insights 2025: Key Trends, Market Size, And Growth Forecast

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Comprehensive Insights Of The Agentic AI Tools Market: Key Drivers, Trends, Growth Opportunities And Forecast 2025-2034

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Aerospace & Industrial Ignition Systems And Aircraft Ignition System Market Forecast 2025–2034: Growth Drivers & Trends

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Aerospace Logistics Service Market Analysis: Key Trends, Share, Growth Drivers, And Forecast 2025-2034

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New AI Tutor That's Safe for Kids

Designed for Homeschoolers, Parents, and Teachers: EDDIE Uses Scaffolding, Adaptive Learning, and Child-Safe Searches to Support Student Learning ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ESource AI University has introduced …

Vantage Circle Strengthens Commitment to Sustainability with CDP Recognition

CDP recognition reinforces Vantage Circle’s focus on climate risk and sustainable innovation NEW DELHI, NEW DELHI, INDIA, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vantage Circle, a behavioural-science-powered global employee recognition and rewards …