Saudi Arabia and the UAE face a unique opportunity to diversify beyond oil, but recent profit drops at Saudi Aramco highlight the challenges ahead. Can they build a sustainable future? Read more...

Baku, Azerbaijan, hosts the third summit on taxes and accounting as the nation's state tax service unveils a new strategy for economic development. Read more...

The World Bank projects Azerbaijan's GDP growth and outlines steps for meeting climate goals. Also, the Middle Corridor development is expected to improve global market access. Read more...

Turkmenistan is making moves to modernize its industries and financial systems, announcing a new ceramic plant, a tender for ship pyrotechnics, and upgrades to bank audit procedures. Read more...

Recent events at the White House showcase tension between Zelensky and Trump, alongside ongoing demands for federal workers to detail their accomplishments. A liveblog details other happenings. Read more...

Recent events in Argentina and involving Argentinian figures include devastating wildfires in Patagonia, the discovery of a missing woman's remains, and political tensions. Read more...

The SEC approves a Bitcoin & Ethereum ETF from Bitwise, while TSMC cancels a $100B US investment. Russia seeks US flights, and Cardano vs. Ethereum is debated. Read more...

Explore foreign investment strategies for 2025, the rise of private debt ETFs, and the growth of contract research organizations like Fortrea. Plus, new rules for digital payments. Read more...

Arab monarchies, flush with petrodollars, are making significant investments in Spain's corporate landscape, including acquiring Tendam (Cortefiel) and taking a leadership role in Telefónica. Read more...

Kazakhstan is exploring foreign financing for a nuclear power plant while also collaborating with ICAO on aviation plans and attracting foreign investment in various sectors. Read more...

Slovakia experiences high demand for government bonds and declares a future state industrial park a strategic investment, while salary growth lags in some regions. Read more...

Iberia strengthens its Latin America plan, Tesla faces protests, and France sees a drop in foreign investments, but remains above pre-Covid levels. Read more...

Will AI boost GDP? Is America's debt sustainable? This article explores AI's potential economic impact and the growing concerns about America's external balance and foreign debt. Read more...

Uzbekistan reports positive trade with Afghanistan, increased beverage and tobacco exports, stable inflation, and Asia Trans Gas seeks satellite communication upgrades. Read more...

A Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson quoted a children's film to threaten Taiwan, while Premier Li Qiang reaffirmed China's commitment to reunification and boosting its economy. Read more...

A proposed minerals deal between Ukraine and the US is under scrutiny, raising questions about resource sharing, national sovereignty, and the potential impact of political disputes. Read more...

Indonesia announces ambitious $40 billion energy projects for 2025, including a major oil refinery, but faces economic headwinds like job losses and rising food prices. Read more...

A roundup of the latest business news in the Philippines, including a mining ban in Palawan, UNIQLO's expansion, pork price controls, unemployment figures, and the economic cost of alcohol and tobacco. Read more...

Malaysia announces financial aid for civil servants, special passes for investors, and considers empowering police to combat environmental crimes. A Treasury official's death remains under investigation. Read more...

China is making significant strides in industrial development in Kazakhstan's Alatau region, investing in renewable energy, and attracting foreign investment in Shanghai. Read more...