Stock markets push higher but Ukraine tensions urge caution
London (AFP) - Stock markets mostly rose in Europe and on Wall Street on Thursday, recovering from recent selling but ...
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UN eyes modest 2024 maritime trade growth, but future uncertain
Geneva (AFP) - Maritime trade should show modest growth this year, the UN said Tuesday, warning though that the geopolitical ...
UN chief says global tensions threaten international trade
Geneva (AFP) - The international trading system is on the brink of fragmenting amid rising geopolitical tensions, UN Secretary-General Antonio ...
Mideast in ‘shadow of uncertainty’ due to regional conflicts: IMF
Washington (AFP) - Economies in the Middle East and North Africa face a "shadow of uncertainty" from ongoing tensions in ...
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