Bangkok, Thailand -- Massive planned US duties on solar panels made in Southeast Asia could be a chance for the region to ramp up its own long-stalled energy transition, experts say. Earlier this month, Washington announced plans for hefty duties on solar panels made in Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia....
Hong Kong’s Belt and Road summit expands focus to Middle East
Dubai, UAE - The annual Belt and Road Summit being held on September 13 and 14 in Hong Kong will feature a dedicated session focused on the Middle East, South China Morning Post reported on Thursday. The Belt and Road Initiative, China's ambitious plan to boost international trade and connectivity,...
Entrepreneurship, SMEs drive Qatar’s economic growth
The Gulf country, according to reports, ranks first in the MENA region and fifth globally in entrepreneurship education and training at university and vocational levels.
Ukraine war could boost illegal drug production: UN
The war in Ukraine could allow illegal drug production to flourish, while the opium market's future hinges on the fate of crisis-wracked Afghanistan, the United Nations warned Monday. Previous experience from the Middle East and Southeast Asia suggests conflict zones can act as a "magnet" for making synthetic drugs.
Indian vehicle ecommerce firm Cars24 enters UAE market
Indian-origin ecommerce platforms for pre-owned vehicles, Cars24, has entered the UAE market after its foray into Australia
