Emerging Markets
Why China Introduced a Zero-Tariff Policy for Egyptian Goods
China's move to exempt Egyptian imports from customs duties (zero-tariff policy), which began in May 2026 as part of its Belt and Road Initiative,...
Trump Pushes China Trade Agenda With Nvidia CEO on Beijing Visit
U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing for a high stakes visit focused on trade, technology, and geopolitical tensions. The trip marks the first...
UAE exit from OPEC raises stakes for trade ties with Saudi Arabia
The decision by OPEC member United Arab Emirates to withdraw signals a shift in Gulf energy politics and challenges the influence of the oil...
Afghanistan’s Response and the Price of Empty Words
Afghanistan does not need a softer public relations line. It needs proof that it can act like a responsible state. That means controlling armed...
How China’s oil-shock readiness is paying off for investors
China's ability to handle energy shocks has led to strong performance in its financial markets, attracting global investors amidst ongoing conflicts in Iran. The...
Iran conflict could spike China’s ‘bad inflation’ risk
China is facing potential economic challenges as deflation risks could worsen due to the ongoing conflict in Iran. Economists warn that this situation might...
War in Iran Tests the Petrodollar as China’s Yuan Gains Ground
A five-week conflict is forcing a quiet but significant shift in how the world pays for oil
The US-Israeli war on Iran which started five...
Egypt and Russia: Indivisible Partners
The Arab Republic of Egypt, a country spanning the northeast corner of Africa and southwest corner of Asia, has a highly strategic location and...
South Korea and Indonesia Deepen Strategic Partnership Amid Global Energy Uncertainty
Lee Jae Myung and Prabowo Subianto convened in Seoul to address growing concerns over global energy security, positioning their countries as key partners in...
The importance of the 2026 Boao Forum for Asia for ASEAN countries and the RCEP
The 2026 Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference is scheduled to convene from March 24 to 27 in Boao, Hainan, China. The theme...