Global trade
Turkey, Syria, Jordan unveil Gulf-Europe rail corridor as Ankara pushes alternative trade routes
The proposed network would run from Europe through Turkey, continue across Syrian territory, and extend into Jordan, creating a continuous land bridge between Mediterranean ports and Gulf markets.
Closing the Strait of Hormuz could bankroll a new Iranian government - opinion
Middle East’s future may be decided in the Horn of Africa - opinion
Chinese provinces were planning Tehran trade expos, then the war broke out
America’s fight for global dominance is waged in oil, trade, and tech - opinion
The core US interest is clear: To halt China’s economic rise before it becomes a technological, industrial, and financial superpower.
Trump raises tariff to 15% after Supreme Court strikes down previous program
Trump announced the new tariffs in a Truth Social post, noting they would be effective "almost immediately."
Israel, Costa Rica sign FTA eliminating over 90% of tariffs, expanding bilateral trade
Israel and Costa Rica signed a Free Trade Area agreement on Monday, marking a significant milestone in economic cooperation between the two countries.
Despite stigma, boycotts, Israel’s strength, global appeal have only grown - opinion
Boycott rhetoric grows, yet Israel’s economy and tech dominance show that the global demand for Israeli relations remains.
India-Israel pact could herald new era of tech development and strategic power - opinion
With India’s scale and Israel’s innovation, the two nations are forming an alliance that could drive advancements in AI, quantum tech, and cyber defense, shaping global geopolitics by 2035.
Food self-sufficiency unfeasible for Israel, new research shows
While Israel could produce enough plant-based foods for survival, full self-sufficiency would come at a staggering cost and be reliant on vegetative food production.
Afghanistan shifts trade to Iran route to avoid Pakistan closures
Afghanistan's reliance on Pakistan's ports has long given Islamabad leverage to press Kabul over Pakistani militants sheltering across the border.
US Supreme Court casts doubt on legality of Trump's global tariffs
US Supreme Court questions whether Trump can use a 1977 law intended for national emergencies to impose his global tariffs without congressional approval.
Global Shifts and Financial Fortresses: An Expert View on Today's Markets
Global conflict drives historical asset shifts. Expert Chris Macintosh highlights US moves to secure Western Hemisphere resources, pointing to commodities and cheap South American equities.
Trump sets 10% hike in tariffs on Canada after ad airs during World Series
Trump announced the higher tariffs in a Truth Social post on Saturday, citing an ad featuring former President Ronald Reagan saying that tariffs cause economic disasters as the reason.
