WTO gives somber outlook for global trade, sees virus threat
Growth of global trade in goods is likely to remain weak in early 2020, the World Trade Organization (WTO) said on Monday, adding that the...
U.N. envoy condemns use of hunting rifles against Iraqi protesters
The top United Nations envoy to Iraq condemned on Monday the use of hunting rifles firing birdshot against peaceful protesters in Baghdad and urged the...
World shares inch up on Chinese support measures
Global shares inched higher on Monday as the promise of further policy stimulus from China to counteract the economic hit from a coronavirus outbreak calmed...
Alstom confirms talks on potential $7 billion Bombardier deal
French train maker Alstom has confirmed it is in talks on the possible acquisition of the train business of Canada’s Bombardier , a potential $7...
Hundreds of Americans flown home from cruise ship, 14 with coronavirus
More than 300 American passengers have been flown home from a cruise ship after two weeks under quarantine off Japan, including 14 found to have...
China’s epidemic control is showing an improving trend: state media
Control of the coronavirus epidemic in China is showing an active and improving trend, state television quoted a meeting chaired by Premier Li Keqiang as...
Rise in coronavirus infections prompts Japan to limit public crowds
Japan canceled the emperor’s birthday celebrations next week as it moved on Monday to limit crowds to contain the spread of the coronavirus, and said...
Euro zone to cautiously pave the way for more fiscal stimulus
Euro zone finance ministers are set to discuss on Monday a document that calls for a more growth-friendly fiscal policy, a move that could lead...
Hilfiger and Lewis Hamilton team up for ‘sustainable’ fashion collection
Neon leisure wear with high-topped trainers and glowing yellow laces opened American designer Tommy Hilfiger’s latest show on Sunday (February 16), a collaboration with Formula...
No let up in Taliban attacks, fresh orders awaited over deal with U.S.
Taliban fighters attacked Afghan government forces overnight, and militant commanders said on Monday insurgency operations would go-ahead until they receive fresh instructions based on a...
