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Marco Rubio: Repeal of the Jackson–Vanik Amendment Will Expand U.S. Cooperation with Central Asian Countries
The U.S. administration has expressed support for legislative initiatives aimed at repealing the Jackson–Vanik amendment as it applies to Central Asian countries, Azerbaijan, and Belarus. The amendment currently restricts U.S. trade relations with these states.
Carlyle Emerges as a Potential Buyer of LUKOIL International GmbH’s Global Assets
Russian oil and gas company LUKOIL has announced the signing of an agreement with the US-based investment firm Carlyle for the sale of its wholly owned subsidiary, LUKOIL International GmbH, which holds the group’s international …
Gold Prices Hit Record High, Surpassing US$5,100 per Ounce Amid Geopolitical Tensions
The market price of gold has reached a new historic peak, exceeding US$5,100 per ounce for the first time.
BRICS 2026 – Implications for a Multipolar World
Recently, during a meeting with India’s Minister of External Affairs Dr. S. Jaishankar, French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot highlighted an interesting observation: France currently chairs the G7 (in which India has …
The Largest Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in History Concluded with Renewed Commitment to Advancing Sustainable Progress
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) concluded its largest edition in history, reaffirming the commitment to …
Davos 2026: Finding New Paths for Cooperation in a Fragmented World
The 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos unfolded against a backdrop of persistent geopolitical tension, economic fragmentation and social unease. Yet the dominant tone was not one of retreat, but of recalibration. Across speeches and …
“China–Central Asia” Mechanism Boosts Cooperation in Trade, Investment, Green Energy, and Digital Economy
Trade and economic cooperation between China and the Central Asian countries reached a historic milestone. Sun Weidong, Secretary-General of the “China–Central Asia” mechanism, told China Daily and China News Service that in 2025 the total …
Gold prices surpass US$4,800 per ounce for the first time amid global instability
Gold prices continue to set historic records, having exceeded the US$4,800 per ounce mark for the first time.
Politics, Markets, and AI as a Key to Solving Global Challenges
During Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), leaders from government, business, and philanthropy gathered to discuss ways to accelerate tangible impact in addressing global sustainable development challenges.
Russia Approves New Domestic Radiopharmaceutical for Cancer Treatment
A new domestic radiopharmaceutical drug, “Rakurs, 223Ra,” has been approved for medical use in Russia for the treatment of oncological diseases.