The flavours we crave today were shaped by old commercial routes and culture. It wasn’t just the monsoon rains that arrived with the winds — Arabian and Persian traders followed too, bringing with them not only fine muslin and perfumes, but spices, grains, poultry, and culinary traditions.
China’s global ascent may be attributed to more than its military buildup, technological prowess, and trade dominance, but rather its decades-long strategic soft power plays across regional partnerships, cultural exchanges and foreign direct investments.
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Global trade is shifting as nations actively pursue regional agreements in Latin America, the Middle East, and ASEAN. Driven by a desire for enhanced economic cooperation and diversified partnerships beyond traditional Western markets, these deals focus on tariff reduction and increased market access.
With USD 6.4 billion in fresh deals, the Kingdom is staking its claim on Syria’s future and sending a clear message: Arab-led recovery is back in focus.
KUN’s recent Series A $50 million funding round signals a pivotal moment for stablecoins, ushering in a new era of regulated, efficient, and cross-border digital payments across Asia.
Singapore’s Monetary Authority aims to elevate its financial hub status by injecting significant capital into the local stock market to drive growth, improve liquidity, and attract investors amid strong regional competition.
Aimed at powering growth and cutting emissions, China’s mega-dam is set to supercharge demand for steel, copper, and key industrial metals, reshaping supply chain priorities for miners, manufacturers, and policymakers alike.