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...

A summary of key economic developments in Central Asia, including infrastructure projects in Iran, investment in Kazakhstan's oil sector, and banking trends in Uzbekistan. Read more...

China is making significant investments both at home and abroad. From infrastructure projects in Kazakhstan to a price war in the luxury car market and advancements in chip technology, China's economic activity is diverse and impactful. Read more...

Dresden entrepreneur Sylvia Pfefferkorn warns against a shift to the far-right, emphasizing the importance of openness for a thriving business environment. She highlights historical parallels and urges businesses to remain open. Read more...

The AIIB partners with NEDA to boost infrastructure in Southeast Asia while also joining UN Women in urging greater investment in care infrastructure to support families and drive economic growth. Read more...

Iran's Isfahan Province is experiencing a decline in non-oil product exports, signaling potential economic hurdles. The country also released its official currency exchange rates for March 1. Read more...

Azerbaijan hosts a major tax and accounting summit in Baku as non-oil private sector employment reaches a significant milestone, signaling economic diversification. Read more...

Javier Milei's policies and rhetoric are sparking reactions globally, from appointing Supreme Court judges by decree in Argentina to inspiring calls for austerity in Catalonia. Read more...

President Trump is set for a busy diplomatic period, including a meeting with Zelenskyy to discuss minerals and the Ukraine war, and facing criticism from China over tariffs. Read more...

Turkmenistan is making moves to modernize its infrastructure and economy, focusing on cybersecurity, banking standards, and industrial development. The country is seeking international partnerships and investment to achieve these goals. Read more...

China merges 11 cities into a mega-city, a massive gas field undergoes expansion, and Russia's economy faces a severe downturn. Read more...