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Trade to inflation, how Iran-Israel conflict may affect India, markets
The Indian Express
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June 14, 2025
Just as global shipping lines and traders had begun to breathe a sigh of relief from elevated freight rates, with vessels returning to the crucial Red Sea route from the longer Cape of Good Hope passage, a direct conflict between two major West...
OPINION: Diaz – The future of shipping, charting a new
Nautical Voice
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June 14, 2025
The global shipping industry, a cornerstone of international trade, is at a pivotal moment as it grapples with technological advancements, environmental concerns, and evolving market demands. With significant revenue generation and a vast network...
Kuwait confirms local market stability amid regional tensions
Kuwait Times
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June 14, 2025
Kuwait capable of facing emergencies, without affecting availability of goods for citizens, residents: Ministry KUWAIT: After the Zionist entity’s attack on Iran on Friday, which prompted swift retaliation and heightened regional tensions, Kuwaiti...
Oman, Uzbekistan ink deals to expand air links, trade
Muscat Daily
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June 14, 2025
Tashkent, Uzbekistan – Oman and Uzbekistan have signed agreements to expand air transport rights and strengthen logistical cooperation, aiming to boost trade and investment ties between the two countries. The accords were reached during the fifth...
Oman, Uzbekistan strengthen trade and investment ties
Oman Observer
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June 14, 2025
TASHKENT: The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Uzbekistan have pledged to deepen cooperation across a wide range of sectors, following the conclusion of the fifth session of the Omani-Uzbek Joint Committee held in Tashkent. The Omani...
Why 11-home scheme won’t be built near market town
Gloucestershire Live
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June 14, 2025
A plan to demolish a large house in grounds near a market town and replace it with 11 new houses has been refused permission. Butler Wall Homes of Pontypool applied to knock down the six-bedroom Bridruthen, which sits in two acres off Bannuttree...
Omani market declines amid regional geopolitical tensions
Times of Oman
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Muscat: The Omani stock market posted a negative performance during the week, declining by 0.78%. Its performance was similar to other markets in the region, with a fall on the last day of trading impacted by the latest geopolitical developments,...
African countries excluded as China expands visa‑free transit to 55 nations
Business Insider Africa
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June 14, 2025
China's visa-free transit policy, which grants a 10-day stay for travelers in transit, now includes 55 countries but excludes all African nations—a move that has sparked disappointment and raised questions about Beijing’s travel diplomacy and its...
To be heard, workers need trade unions
Daily Star
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June 14, 2025
In a fast-changing economy like Bangladesh, the manufacturing sectors, especially RMG, underpin growth and integration into global value chains, playing a pivotal role. They employ millions, support rural-to-urban migration, and anchor the nation...
Economic Watch: Convenient logistics brings more intimate China-Chile ties
Xinhua News Agency
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TIANJIN, June 14 (Xinhua) -- Chilean cherries are ubiquitous in most supermarkets in north China's port city of Tianjin. The transcontinental "Cherry Express" linking Tianjin and Chile was launched in January 2024. Upon arrival at Tianjin Port, it...
South Sudan suffers cargo losses due to poor trade handling – official
Eye Radio
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June 14, 2025
Author: Madrama James | Published: 60 minutes ago South Sudan customs points - courtesy South Sudan is losing a lot of cargo because people do not understand how international trade works, says Dr. John Deng, the Executive Secretary of the...
The World This Week | Israel-Iran strikes trigger regional tension; UN condemns starvation as warfare method in Gaza; India wraps up trade talks with US
The Indian Express
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June 14, 2025
Israeli offensive triggers waves of retaliatory attacks from Iran, mounting concerns for major stakeholders in the region, including India; UN resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza was voted overwhelmingly; India and the US wrapped...
Market tumbles after Iran attack
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
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June 14, 2025
NEW YORK -- Oil prices leaped, and stocks slumped Friday on worries that escalating violence following Israel's attack on Iranian nuclear and military targets could damage the flow of crude around the world, along with the global economy. The S&P...
Startups Unveil Ocean-Friendly Tech at Paris Trade Fair
News Central TV
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June 14, 2025
From harnessing ocean currents to cutting shipping fuel use, to tracking whales with artificial intelligence, startups at Paris’s Vivatech trade fair have been showcasing cutting-edge technology designed to protect marine environments. Several...
Iran, Israel trade missiles; blasts, air raid sirens rock Tehran, Tel Aviv
Al Jazeera
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June 14, 2025
Explosions and air raid sirens are being heard again in Iran and Israel as the two nations continue to exchange missiles and drones, a day after the Israeli military killed top Iranian generals and nuclear scientists in the worst such escalation...
5 Arizona companies adding the most new employees
AZ Big Media - Arizona
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June 14, 2025
Companies adding employees in Arizona are fueling economic growth, driving innovation, and strengthening key sectors like tech, healthcare, and logistics. Their expansion brings high-quality jobs, attracts investment, and reflects Arizona’s...
This stock defies market sell-off, rallies over 300% in a day
Finbold
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June 14, 2025
While markets plunged on Friday amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, Robin Energy (NASDAQ: RBNE) defied the trend, posting massive gains. The deep-sea freight company’s stock closed at $14, marking a stunning 317% gain for the day and...
China-U.S. trade thaw sparks business rush amid lingering uncertainty
CGTN
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Nearly a month has passed when China and the United States announced a 90-day tariff adjustment period to roll back some of the triple-digit tariffs they had placed on each other after their trade talks in Geneva from May 10 to 11. While it is...
Iran and Israel trade missiles and airstrikes as conflict develops
CGTN
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June 14, 2025
Iran and Israel targeted each other with missiles and airstrikes overnight Friday into Saturday, with Tehran striking back after Israel launched its biggest-ever air offensive against its longtime foe. Strikes on Israel Tehran launched waves of...
US Transport Department to ease rules for self-driving cars
NewsBytes
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) can exempt up to 2,500 vehicles per manufacturer. However, the agency has taken years to review some exemption requests without any action. Now, NHTSA says it will speed up this process,...