Experts warn of increasing militarization and exploitation of African waters amid rising global competition ACCRA, Ghana (MNTV) – African nations are sounding the alarm over the growing militarization and strategic exploitation of the continent’s surrounding seas, warning that oceans are being weaponized in a new phase of imperial compet...
Central bank aims to reform troubled Islamic banking sector grappling with poor oversight and capital shortfalls DHAKA, Bangladesh (MNTV) — Bangladesh’s central bank plans to consolidate all 10 of the country’s Shariah-compliant lenders into two major Islamic banks, in a bid to overhaul a sector grappling with poor governance, legal loopholes,...
June auction will offer exploration, production rights to global firms amid rising demand for critical minerals. ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — Kazakhstan will offer exploration and production rights for 50 deposits of gold, rare metals, and other critical minerals in an online auction scheduled for June 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Constru...
Strategic sectors and private sector support to anchor future cooperation TUNIS, Tunisia (MNTV) – Tunisia is working with the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) to establish a new partnership framework for the period 2026–2028, with a focus on strategic sectors and boosting private sector engagement. The initiative was the central topic of a meet...
Minister says there were 97 manufacturing projects worth $1.85 billion as of 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV): Malaysia has emerged as a key destination for Swedish investment, attracting 97 manufacturing projects worth 7.77 billion Malaysian Ringgit ($1.85 billion) as of 2024. The Edge quoted Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Zafrul ...
CASC forum connects regional startups with global venture capital, and opens path to $1 million world competition. BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan (MNTV) — The Central Asia Startup CUP (CASC) forum is set to take place in Bishkek, bringing together leading venture funds and angel investor networks managing a combined capital of approximately $300 million...
Over $136 billion in projects expected as non-agricultural sectors accelerate RABAT, Morocco (MNTV) – Morocco is expected to attract more than $136 billion in investment projects by 2030, according to a new report by Attijari Global Research (AGR) in collaboration with the Africa Development Club. The anticipated surge, equivalent to 0.6 time...
Over 2,300 participants from 50 nations join Dhaka’s push to showcase reforms, unlock economic zones, and boost global confidence DHAKA, Bangladesh (MNTV) — A four-day international investment summit opened in the Bangladeshi capital of Dhaka on Monday, aimed at attracting long-term foreign capital and showcasing the country’s economic reforms...
ISTANBUL (AA) – Billionaire investor Bill Ackman warned Monday that the US is on the brink of a self-inflicted “economic nuclear war” due to controversial tariffs introduced last week by President Donald Trump, who he has been a supporter of. Ackman, who last year supported Trump’s successful campaign bid, wrote on X: “By pla...
MALE, Maldives (MNTV) – In a bid to diversify its tourism-dependent economy, the Maldives has opened its first sea salt production facility, turning to its pristine oceans as a new resource for economic growth. The factory, located on the northern island of Dhidhdhoo, was officially inaugurated on Sunday. Built through a partnership between Ma...
