Wednesday, Feb 12 2025 | Time 10:03 Hrs(IST)
image
World


18th Asian Financial Forum opens in Hong Kong

Hong Kong, Jan. 13 (UNI) The 18th Asian Financial Forum kicked off in Hong Kong on Monday to stage discussions on global dynamics and financial policies, global collaboration as well as new drivers for future growth.
Under the theme "Powering the Next Growth Engine," the two-day forum will discuss how the finance industry and corporates can support the next generation of innovative businesses and industries to help them unleash their potential and drive global growth in the years ahead, said Peter Lam, chairman of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), in his welcome remarks.
The HKTDC is the co-organizer of the event alongside the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government.
More News

U S vessels passage through Taiwan Strait under surveillance of Chinese military: Spokesperson

12 Feb 2025 | 9:09 AM

Beijing, Feb 12 (UNI) The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Command tracked and monitored two U.S. ships that passed through the Taiwan Strait from Monday to Wednesday and maintained vigilance throughout the process.

see more..
Cholera outbreak kills over 110 people in Angola

Cholera outbreak kills over 110 people in Angola

12 Feb 2025 | 8:54 AM

Luanda, Feb 12 (UNI) Angola has recorded 3,402 cholera cases and 114 deaths since the outbreak began in early January, according to the Health Ministry's daily press release on Tuesday.

see more..
Egypt to unveil Gaza rebuilding plan without relocation

Egypt to unveil Gaza rebuilding plan without relocation

12 Feb 2025 | 8:47 AM

Cairo, Feb 12 (UNI) Egypt plans to present a comprehensive Gaza reconstruction plan designed to ensure Palestinians remain on their land, officials said Tuesday.

see more..
Russia releases detained U S  citizen Marc Fogel

Russia releases detained U S citizen Marc Fogel

12 Feb 2025 | 8:34 AM

Moscow, Feb 12 (UNI) U.S. citizen Marc Fogel, who was convicted in Russia for drug smuggling and possession, has been released to the United States, local media reported on Wednesday.

see more..
5 injured after bus transit center explosion in U S  Texas

5 injured after bus transit center explosion in U S Texas

12 Feb 2025 | 8:22 AM

Houston, Feb 12 (UNI) Five people were injured Tuesday after an explosion at a bus transit operations center in El Paso, a city in the U.S. state of Texas, according to the El Paso Fire Department.

see more..
image