Mideast War
Dubai offers over $800 discounts to residents bringing in tourists
Dubai launches 'A Dubai Invite' program, offering residents over $800 (AED 3,000) in discounts and deals for inviting friends and family to visit between July 20 and Oct. 31, aiming to revive tourism after months of war impacted the sector.
July 26, 2026
Bangladesh turns off lights as US-Israel war on Iran deepens energy crunch
Bangladesh is cutting electricity use in government offices and seeking $2 billion in loans as rising global energy pressures strain its heavily import-dependent fuel supply.
March 30, 2026
G7 ministers set to tackle financial fallout of Mideast war
The G7, an informal grouping of the US, Canada, Britain, France, Germany, Italy and Japan, helps shape policy debates in the world's wealthiest nations; US has sought support from the group to help halt Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz shipping route.
March 30, 2026