Tag: economic impact

The recent suspension of USAID funding has significant repercussions in Uzbekistan and Central Asia. As critical development projects face uncertainty, ...

Yemen's Houthi rebel group is increasingly influencing global markets by disrupting oil shipments and targeting critical shipping lanes, raising fears ...

Kazakhstan has reportedly failed to deliver its scheduled oil shipments for March amid anticipated cuts in exports via the Caspian ...

Flights at Kuwait's international airport experienced brief disruptions due to unspecified issues, according to local media reports. Authorities are working ...

Sri Lankan lawmakers are advocating for the establishment of a dedicated casino regulator to address significant revenue losses in the ...

A recent World Bank report highlights the significant economic impacts of AI in Saudi Arabia, projecting a potential boost in ...

In the ongoing conflict between Indonesia and Apple, a recent ruling favored the Southeast Asian nation, raising concerns about the ...

Russia's electricity exports to Azerbaijan have experienced a modest decline, reflecting shifting energy dynamics in the region. This reduction may ...

Kazakhstan's overproduction significantly influenced OPEC+ members' decision to approve an output hike, sources revealed. As global oil demand fluctuates, this ...

The U.S. has ended a waiver that permitted Iraq to purchase electricity from Iran, potentially straining Iraq's energy supply amid ...

China has implemented new tariffs on U.S. agricultural products, impacting exports of soybeans, pork, and other key commodities. The move ...

The Gelephu ‘mindfulness city’ project in Bhutan, while aiming to promote wellness and tranquility, faces criticism for overshadowing environmental concerns ...

Boycotts targeting McDonald’s and Starbucks have gained momentum in Indonesia and Malaysia, fueled by consumer backlash over their perceived political ...

Southeast Asia has become notorious for scam centers exploiting vulnerable individuals worldwide. Governments are intensifying efforts to dismantle these operations, ...

Chip designer Arm has announced plans to establish a base in Malaysia, aiming to enhance its influence in the Asia-Pacific ...

Kuwait has witnessed a significant decline in its domestic workforce, with numbers dropping by 30,000 in recent months. This shift ...

New rail routes in Central Asia aim to enhance regional trade and connectivity, circumventing traditional Russian pathways. The initiatives highlight ...

The ambitious Cyprus-Crete power connection project faces uncertainty as Greece halts payments, jeopardizing progress. This development raises concerns about energy ...

In a significant crackdown on illegal activities, the world’s largest online black market has lost its banking license. This move ...

The world’s longest suspension bridge, connecting Europe and Asia, has officially opened, drastically reducing travel time by 93%. This engineering ...