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Doha hosts Arab–Islamic extraordinary summit as Middle East tensions escalate
In September 2025, Doha hosted a major summit with Arab and Islamic leaders, bringing together leaders from the Middle East and the…
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New Zealand unveils first national AI strategy to boost adoption
New Zealand has created its first National AI Strategy. The country aims to become a leader in the technology field and increase…
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Sudanese leaders assess Khartoum’s readiness for government return after long exile
Sudan has been waiting a long time for the civil war in Khartoum to set up the national government yet again and,…
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Fifth Third announces $10.9 billion all-stock takeover of Comerica
In another of the biggest banking consolidation deals in U.S. history. Fifth Third Bancorp will be taking over Comerica Incorporated in a…
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North Korea tests new air defense missiles under Kim’s direct supervision
State media reports and independent analysis indicate that, along with Kim Jong Un's guidance, North Korea has conducted a test of its…
Finance
Canada Finance to brief media ahead of 2025 budget release
As Canada looks to issue its 2025 federal budget, the Department of Finance has announced a technical media briefing for October 6,…
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EU launches “Apply AI” plan to cut reliance on U.S., China tech
To reduce reliance on US and China artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, the European Union is working on its 'Apply AI' strategy. This…
Finance
IMF flags external and property risks after completing 2025 UAE review
During the IMF Article IV Consultation, the UAE authorities outlined the remarkable economic recovery of the UAE, while also highlighting potential imbalances,…
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Pakistan and Saudi Arabia ink defense pact treating attack on one as attack on both
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have taken a big step by signing a defence agreement. In what has been described as the most…
Finance
New Zealand Treasury reports flat economic activity in early 2025
Little momentum was recorded within New Zealand’s economy for the first half of 2025.This was shown in the Fortnightly Economic Update by…
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France detains oil tanker captain amid drone incursions near Denmark
French authorities have detained the captain and first officer of the Boracay, an oil tanker linked to Russia. The French Navy confiscated…
Finance
China’s September PMI holds near growth threshold with cooling service activity
China's economy sent mixed signals in September as the records of the PMIs (purchasing managers index) suggest the manufacturing sector is near…