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Can the Caucasus and Central Asia become the next investment frontier?

For decades, international investors have focused on established destinations such as North America, Europe, China and, more recently, Africa. But as economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions reshape global capital flows, attention is increasingly turning to the Caucasus and Central Asia.

Euronews

Dettol apologises after advert promoting clean-up of ‘toxic men’ sparks backlash in China

Social media users denounce ‘trashy advertisement’ by British hygiene brand that is ‘toxic to people's minds’

The Independent UK

India's pharma supply chain remains 65 per cent dependent on China for critical inputs: NITI Aayog

India's pharmaceutical sector, despite being the "pharmacy of the world," faces significant reliance on China for raw materials, with nearly 65% of APIs and intermediates sourced from there. NITI Aayog's report highlights supply chain vulnerabilities and calls for moving up the value chain by fostering innovation and industry-academia collaboration. This…

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'Temu version': World's largest Messi statue mocked online

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, June 23: This Tuesday marks 10 years since millions of British people voted for Brexit. The milestone comes one day after Prime Minister Keir Starmer's tearful resignation. Also, the internet goes crazy for "hot podium guy", a handsome sound engineer who sets up the lectern in…

France 24

Stock Index Futures Plunge as Tech Selloff Rages On, U.S. PMI Data in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are down -1.26%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are down -2.47% this morning as renewed concerns about sky-high tech valuations prompted investors to revisit their holdings.

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India will monitor Chinese steel imports before deciding on further curbs, source says

India is closely watching steel imports, particularly from China, for another two months before deciding on further actions. Despite a three-year import tariff imposed in December, the nation remained a net steel importer in May, with finished steel imports exceeding the recent average. Concerns are rising among domestic steelmakers as…

The Economic Times

Will Asia return to Iranian oil? Tehran races to secure largest oil importers after US waiver, says report

Iran is actively seeking new buyers for its oil in Asia, including India, Japan, and South Korea, following a temporary US sanctions waiver. This move aims to clear millions of barrels stored at sea and diversify its customer base beyond China. While some refiners are cautiously exploring opportunities, uncertainty surrounding…

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Business Brief (June 23): China Bans 46 U.S. Firms From Government Procurement

ByteDance’s Doubao AI assistant tests ride-hailing service, several Chinese banks raise margin requirements for retail precious metals trading

Caixin Global

'Imperative' for India and China to respect each other's core interests: Wang

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized it is "imperative" for India and China to respect each other's "core interests" and take concrete steps to implement leader-level consensus. Meeting National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in New Delhi, Wang highlighted that both nations are partners, not rivals, and should promote cooperation for…

The Economic Times

Chinese tech, investments welcome, but trade opening needs caution: CII President

Chinese investments and technology are welcome in India, but a cautious approach is needed for trade, according to CII President R Mukundan. He emphasized reducing import dependence on China and boosting domestic manufacturing. Mukundan also highlighted potential collaborations in battery storage and semiconductor chemicals. Regarding the US, he stressed the…

The Economic Times

Tanks on streets of Taiwan as military drills launched in show of strength to Beijing

Combat readiness exercises designed to test how quickly military can mobilise to counter possible escalation of Chinese ’grey zone’ activities

The Independent UK

How China’s currency makes the EU's trade deficit worse – and what Brussels can do

EU leaders last week pointed to the undervaluation of the yuan as a major factor in the EU’s record trade deficit with China, which Brussels is taking steps to address.

Euronews

Kazakhstan brings New Silk Road revival to Brussels as Tokayev visits EU leaders

Kazakhstan's president has arrived in Brussels this week to meet EU leaders and assess the delivery of promises made at last year's EU-Central Asia summit in Samarkand, with the Middle Corridor trade route connecting China to Europe through Central Asia at the top of the agenda.

Euronews

Cheap, effective and dangerous: how Australian farmers came to depend on the toxic weedkiller paraquat

It is illegal to use paraquat in at least 74 jurisdictions worldwide, including the European Union, China, Malaysia, Brazil and, most recently, the US state of Vermont.

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The Economic Times

Global Market: Standard Chartered bullish on Asia ex-Japan equities, sees strong AI-led growth

Standard Chartered upgraded Asia ex-Japan equities to overweight, expecting the region to post the strongest earnings growth globally in 2026 and 2027, supported by AI investment and semiconductors. It prefers Taiwan, China and India, while maintaining a positive view on US equities, bonds and gold.

Bangkok Post

Chinese residents in Japan fear tighter visa rules could force departures

KYODO — Chinese residents who moved to Japan seeking greater freedom are increasingly concerned that tighter visa rules could force some of them to leave, with critics warning the changes risk driving away people who have become an important bridge between Japan and China.

Tom’s Guide

Anthropic will pay workers $85,000 to learn AI — and it reveals the next big AI job trend

Anthropic's new $85,000 AI fellowship and China's education overhaul point to a surprising trend: AI literacy may become one of the most valuable career skills of the future.

The Independent UK

Moment paraglider gets trapped on crane during mishap on jump in China

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China Strikes Back at U.S. Sanctions With New Export Ban Targeting Defense Firms

China's Ministry of Commerce announced that 10 U.S. companies, including Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, and rare Earth producers, would be prohibited from receiving Chinese dual-use goods.

International Business Times

China Will Return as Major Oil Buyer in August, JPMorgan Says

China's oil purchases fell dramatically, with imports dropping to about 7.8 million barrels per day in May, their lowest level since late 2017.

Motorsport

Liam Lawson rejects 'false' Red Bull exit narrative, argues China performance was "used against" him

Liam Lawson has denied claims that Red Bull demoted him to protect his mental well-being

The Independent UK

Paraglider dangles from crane after becoming snagged during jump in China

A paraglider was left dangling from a crane after he became entangled during a jump in China.

Euronews

EU's phase-out of China-made inverters gets a reality check

As the EU plans to ban Chinese power inverters from EU-funded projects over cybersecurity fears, industry and investors are warning that European supply can't yet replace Chinese suppliers any time soon.

Euronews

Climate cooperation must go on despite US absence, Chinese minister says

The European Union, Canada and China convened at the annual "Ministerial on Climate Action" to discuss expectations ahead of COP31 in Antalya, Turkey.

The Independent UK

Electric trucks to use Chinese technology for swapping batteries ‘in minutes’, Octopus says

Swaptopus plans its first UK hubs for 2027, using technology already fitted to heavy truck models in China and with two swap-ready DeepWay lorries now being tested in Germany

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