Uzbekistan’s foreign trade turnover amounted to $59.8bn in January-September, marking a year on year increase of $11.14bn, or 22.9%, according to the state's statistical committee. The expansion was driven by a 33.3% y/y rise in exports to $26.68bn, supported by stronger sales of agricultural goods»»»

A new United Nations Secretary-General will be elected next year for a five-year term starting on January 1, 2027. Here are the potential candidates so far and how the successor to current UN chief Antonio Guterres will be chosen: WHEN DOES THE PROCESS START? The race will formally start when the 1»»»

Japan's exports grew 4.2% in September, according to government data Wednesday, on robust shipments to Asia that offset a decline in exports to the U.S., which were impacted by President Donald Trump's tariffs. Japan's exports to Asia jumped 9.2% last month compared to the same period a year earlie»»»

President Donald Trump 's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers who are enjoying some rare profitable years and skepticism from experts who say the president's move probably wouldn't lead to cheaper prices at grocer»»»

Chinese luxury carmaker ROX Motor officially unveiled its new global flagship SUV, ROX ADAMAS, in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s international journey and the deepening of China–UAE collaboration in next-generation mobility. The global launch is highlighted by the inaugur»»»

TEHRAN: Iran ratified a law joining a United Nations convention against terror financing, local media reported Wednesday, in hopes it will lead to access to global banking, an easing of trade and relieving pressure on its sanctions-hit economy. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was elected last y»»»

Sioux Falls: President Donald Trump’s plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from US ranchers who are enjoying some rare profitable years and scepticism from experts who say the president’s move probably wouldn’t lead to cheaper prices»»»

CAPE TOWN: South Africa expects to lift the care and maintenance status of its Pebble Bed Modular Reactor (PBMR) by the first quarter of next year or even earlier, the electricity and energy minister said on Wednesday. Once considered a global leader in the development of small modular nuclear reac»»»

Sharjah: The influence of the US dollar is set to weaken as the global economy shifts away from a single-core financial system towards a more regional and fragmented model, according to Egyptian-American economist Dr Mohamed El-Erian, Chief Economic Advisor at Allianz. Speaking during a fireside ch»»»

Dubai: Gold buyers in the UAE are finally seeing relief as prices continue to slide sharply, signaling a major correction after months of record-breaking highs. After Tuesday’s dramatic Dh30 plunge, gold fell another Dh10 per gram on Wednesday, deepening what traders now call a “post-Diwali crash.”»»»

Leave it to Mr. Unpredictable, aka Donald Trump, President of the United States, to pack a policy U-turn, a harsh unfriending, and some fuzzy ambiguity into just a few days. As things stand now, Trump has said “no” to American Tomahawk cruise missiles for Kiev – maybe not yet forever, as his vice p»»»

TEHRAN: Iran ratified a law joining a United Nations convention against terror financing, local media reported Wednesday, in hopes it will lead to access to global banking, an easing of trade and relieving pressure on its sanctions-hit economy. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was elected last y»»»

QUETTA: Two policemen were killed in a drive-by shooting in Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province, police said on Wednesday, as insurgents stepp up attacks in the resource-rich region bordering Afghanistan and Iran. The shooting underscores the worsening security situation in Balochistan — P»»»

YANGON: SpaceX has cut service to more than 2,500 Starlink devices at Myanmar scam centers, a company executive said Wednesday, after reports revealed that their use had exploded in the illicit industry. Sprawling compounds where Internet tricksters target foreigners with romance and business cons »»»

TechnologyChinaChina's AI ambitions target US tech dominanceNik MartinChina aims to lead global artificial intelligence by 2030, with its AI platforms now nearly matching US capabilities. But without top-tier chips and free expression, can Beijing really win the race? https://p.dw.com/p/520r8China »»»

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s National Housing Co. signed a series of agreements to develop more than 24,000 housing units as part of a 100,000-home Saudi-Chinese plan aimed at expanding residential supply. The deals were finalized during an Asian tour by Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majid bin A»»»

ABU DHABI: Dubai real estate developer Emaar has not been approached for any post-war Gaza reconstruction work and would not be inclined to do any, said its founder and chairman Mohammed Alabbar.While US President Donald Trump has envisaged the creation of a new Riviera in Gaza, Alabbar said on Wed»»»

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s sesame seed exports to China jumped 87 percent in the first nine months of 2025, reaching $68.56 million, state media reported on Wednesday, as rising Chinese demand for edible oils and traditional food products drives a growing market for the oilseed. The increase is attribut»»»

Manila: Tropical Depression Salome could intensify into a tropical storm, raising the possibility of Signal No. 2 in affected areas like Batanes, weathermen warned. Also In This Package Storm kills 10 as flood ravages central Philippines Tropical storm kills family of five in Philippines Viral typh»»»

Taiwan's defense ministry said on Wednesday it intends to deepen collaboration with the United States, including reciprocal visits and observation of military exercises, to help maintain peace and stability in the region. The United States, like most countries, has no formal diplomatic ties with Ch»»»

By Staff, Agencies Japan’s Trade Minister Yoji Muto has firmly rejected mounting US pressure to halt energy imports from Russia, asserting that Tokyo will make its decisions based on its national interest. Muto spoke following a recent meeting between US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Japanes»»»

By Staff, Agencies Coal use hit a record high around the world last year despite efforts to switch to clean energy, imperiling the world’s attempts to rein in global heating. The share of coal in electricity generation dropped as renewable energy surged ahead. But the general increase in power dema»»»

By Staff, Agencies US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is facing increasing pressure to justify Washington’s multibillion-dollar financial aid to Argentina, as political opposition mounts over the Trump administration’s support for President Javier Milei. The US Treasury Secretary is leading effort»»»

US President Donald Trump has reiterated that India has agreed to reduce its purchase of Russian crude. Trump said Indian PM Narendra Modi had assured him during a phone call on Tuesday that Delhi "was not going to buy much oil from Russia" as he too "wants the war end with Russia-Ukraine". Modi ac»»»

China overtook the US as Germany's largest trading partner in the first eight months of 2025, regaining the top spot as higher tariffs weighed on German exports to the United States, preliminary data from the German statistics office showed. German imports and exports with China totaled 163.4 billi»»»

Iran's economy is at risk of simultaneous hyperinflation and severe recession, officials and analysts say, as clerical rulers scramble to preserve stability with limited room to maneuver after a snapback of UN sanctions. They followed a breakdown in talks to curb Iran's disputed nuclear activity an»»»

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan expects its economy to grow by around 3.5% in the current financial year despite widespread flood damage to crops and farmland, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said in an interview to a Chinese media outlet on Tuesday. Ranked among the world’s most climate-vulnerable countri»»»

Kyrgyzstan EXPO 2025 exhibition will be opened in Bishkek. The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan reported. The exhibition will serve as a platform for manufacturers, exporters, investors, and government officials. Participants will be able to sign contracts, find partners, and present »»»

China’s wind power industry is going all in — and fast. Industry leaders just announced plans to double the number of new wind turbines it installs each year over the next five years, as part of the country’s big push toward carbon neutrality. Already the global leader in wind power, China’s aiming»»»

Pop Mart, the maker of the hugely popular Labubu dolls, says its sales have surged after the launch of mini versions of the monster-themed toys in August. The Chinese firm says its global revenue for the three months to the end of September jumped by about 250% compared to a year earlier. Sales out»»»

Gold held steady and silver slipped in early Asian trading after both metals plunged from record highs Tuesday, while a rally in US stocks showed signs of fatigue. Also In This Package Gold hits new record, silver rises on credit fears Dubai gold prices suddenly plunge Dh30 after Diwali Dubai gold »»»

A United Airlines plane appears to have collided with a weather balloon while cruising over Utah at 36,000 feet last week, fracturing layers of its windshield and forcing an emergency landing. Also Read: Air India pilot gets scare: First-time flyer mistakes cockpit for lavatoryAlso Read: Airbus A32»»»

There has been more than a bitter twang in the glasses at British breakfast tables. Only five years ago, a typical supermarket own-label carton of orange juice could be bought for 76p for 1 litre. It now costs £1.79. That's a rise of 134% since 2020, and it's up 29% just in the past year. In cafes »»»

Walmart will pause hiring candidates who require H-1B visas, the BBC understands, in response to the Trump administration's new $100,000 (£74,000) fee that has roiled US employers. US President Donald Trump last month signed an executive order imposing the fee for H-1B applicants, citing "abuse" of»»»

Washington and Canberra have signed a new agreement to strengthen cooperation on rare earths and critical minerals, in a bid to reduce dependence on China's supply chains. The deal, promising billions in potential investment, highlights efforts by both nations to secure vital resources amid escalat»»»

Ramiz Mehdiyev served as Azerbaijan's Presidential Administration head for 24 consecutive years, making him arguably the most powerful unelected official in post-Soviet Azerbaijan until his dramatic fall in October 2025. Known as the country's "grey cardinal" or éminence grise, he wielded near-abso»»»

Germany’s largest carmaker, Volkswagen Group, is facing a potential financial crisis, with a multi-billion-euro cashflow gap expected in 2026, Bild has reported, citing internal company figures. The German auto giant will be about €11 billion short next year, leaving it unable to fund planned spend»»»

Doha: Hamad International Airport (HIA) welcomed the inaugural China Southern Airlines flight CZ8059 bound from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). The celebration began with a traditional water salute, followed by an airport ceremony featuring a ribbon-cutting and warm gestures of hospital»»»

Washington: SpaceX CEO Elon Musk lashed out at NASA's acting administrator on Tuesday after the space agency chief invited other companies to enter the race to help get humans back on the Moon. "Sean Dummy is trying to kill NASA!" the billionaire entrepreneur said in a post on X, referring to Sean »»»

‎Misrata Free Zone reported yesterday that the first ship from the China Shipping Line, the Honfu, specifically carrying transit containers, docked at its port. To mark the occasion, the Director of the General Administration of MFZ Port, Abdel Mawla Abou Weifeh, accompanied by several directors of»»»

The US and Australia have flagged Alcoa’s gallium recovery and refining as a top priority under their new mineral pact. Why is gallium so important? "The US has no domestic gallium production," Ruslan Dimukhamedov, chairman of the Association of Producers and Consumers of Rare and Rare-Earth Metals»»»

Huawei Technologies Cooperatief U.A., which owns 90% of Huawei Polska, expressed concern over Poland’s draft amendment to the Cybersecurity Act, warning it could lead to the company’s exclusion from key market sectors. In a letter to the Prime Minister, several ministers, and the General Prosecutor»»»

China is a growing investor and a major lender to Argentina, making it nearly impossible for the South American nation to distance itself from the Asian country, analysts say. File Photo by Enrique Garcia Medina/EPA BUENOS AIRES, Oct. 21 (UPI) -- With $14 billion in investment projects and rising e»»»

Dubai: Gold buyers in the UAE may finally get some relief. After weeks of record-breaking highs, gold prices plunged by nearly Dh30 per gram on Tuesday, tracking a global sell-off that wiped out around 6% of value in a single day — the sharpest drop since 2013. In Dubai, 24-karat gold fell below Dh»»»

US lawmakers have postponed any further debate on new penalties targeting Moscow until after President Donald Trump meets with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, Republican leader John Thune announced on Monday. The two presidents agreed during a phone call last week to meet in Hungary at an »»»

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s seafood exports to China rose to more than $153 million in the first three quarters of the year, driven by strong sales of frozen fish and chilled crabs, state media reported on Tuesday. The development comes after Pakistan set a seafood export target of $600 million for the 2»»»

RIYADH: Just weeks after the conclusion of the second edition of the Esports World Cup, the Saudis were ready for the next step. In late September, the Public Investment Fund, along with investment partners, acquired the American video game company Electronic Arts for $55 billion, a deal considered»»»

US President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese struck a deal on Monday aimed at expanding America’s access to critical minerals. Under the agreement Washington and Canberra will each invest over $1 billion in mining and processing projects in Australia over the next six mo»»»

TechnologyChinaChina's AI ambitions target US tech dominanceNik MartinChina aims to lead global artificial intelligence by 2030, with its AI platforms now nearly matching US capabilities. But without top-tier chips and free expression, can Beijing really win the race? https://p.dw.com/p/520r8China'»»»