US investor Accion’s $62M fund to back more African startups
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Arab states ramp up criticism of Israel plans
The rhetoric is rising in the Middle East, just two weeks before dozens of nations are expected to back a Saudi-French plan to recognize a Palestinian state.
US and China drive record Saudi FDI
FDI inflows to Saudi hit $31.7 billion in 2024, up 24% from a year earlier, and are on track for another record this year.
Argentina opposition wins Buenos Aires vote in blow to Milei
Pre-election polls showed Milei’s party tied at the top, but the leftist opposition won by more than 13 percentage points.
BRICS nations meet for talks to counter US protectionism
The virtual meeting, led by Brazil, offers another sign of how global trade alliances have shifted in response to Washington’s tariffs.
Trump issues ‘final warning’ to Hamas over ceasefire
Israel did not confirm its acceptance of a new ceasefire deal, meanwhile leadership have pledged to continue their assault on Gaza city.
Trump threatens new Russia sanctions after major strike
Sunday’s attacks saw 823 drones and missiles deployed, with four killed, including a mother and baby.
PIF looks to bring Australia’s Macquarie to Saudi
Saudi’s wealth fund and the Australian asset manager explore partnering on energy transition and digital infrastructure deals.
Stablecoins may be next battleground in US-China rivalry
Beijing appears to be using Hong Kong as a testing ground for cryptocurrencies pegged 1:1 to fiat currencies.
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