Large UAE delegation set to arrive in Lebanon in major investment push A large Emirati delegation of around 70 business leaders and government officials is heading to Beirut, in the latest sign of thaw between the United Arab Emirates and Lebanon. Lebanon
France, Saudi Arabia announce more than $10B in deals on MBS visit Among the deals included a 6 billion euro ($7 billion) pledge from the Public Investment Fund in three manga-themed amusement parks on the outskirts of Paris. Saudi Arabia
China slams Trump over economic war on Iran: What to know China’s once significant oil imports from Iran have been impacted by the war in the region and increasing US sanctions. Iran
Explainer King Abdullah visits China as region hedges against US unpredictability With no end in sight to the war in Iran and an unchecked Israeli policy across the region, the kingdom is hedging against future uncertainty and a less predictable US policy. China
Turkey's central bank keeps interest rate at 8.5%, citing inflation The decision will be the bank’s final before Turkey’s crucial election in May. Turkey
Sudan conflict poses credit risk to economies in region: Moody’s The credit agency warned that the fighting had shut down the Sudanese economy and could leave multilateral development banks exposed. The Horn of Africa
Israel to supply Azerbaijan with satellites in $120 million deal Commenting on his recent visit to Uzbekistan, Israel’s Foreign Minister Eli Cohen said Baku will purchase two satellites from the Israel Aerospace Industries. Israel
Egypt charges tourist ships in dollars as greenback crisis spirals Egypt commits tourist boats arriving in its ports to pay in US dollars amid a tough dollar shortage crisis in the populous country. Egypt
Israel's new embassy in Turkmenistan sends message to Iran After a visit to Azerbaijan, Foreign Minister Eli Cohen traveled to Turkmenistan to inaugurate Israel’s permanent embassy in Ashgabat. Israel
In UAE, Brazil’s Lula looks east for climate investments, peace brokering President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva looks to exert Brazil's power in a geopolitical landscape that has significantly shifted since he last held office. Legacy: Gulf
US, India, UAE, Israel announce creation of I2U2 joint business coalition The new coalition will see officials and business councils from the four countries collaborate to attract private sector partners to the I2U2 initiative. Legacy: Gulf
Lebanon raises minimum wage from $27 to $92 a month Hundreds of retired soldiers protested outside government headquarters as the Cabinet discussed an increase in public sector salaries. Lebanon
Signaling Iran, Israel's FM visits Azerbaijan, will open embassy in Turkmenistan Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen is holding meetings in Azerbaijan before traveling to Turkmenistan, where he will inaugurate Israel’s embassy. Israel
Brazil signs $12.65 billion in deals with UAE, China amid struggling economy Brazil signed agreements worth $2.53 billion with the UAE and $10.12 billion with China. Legacy: Gulf
Israel in budget deficit in another fallout post Moody’s downgrade The credit rating agency downgraded Israel’s credit outlook due to the judicial reform controversy in the country. Israel
Airlines suspend Sudan flights after Saudi plane hit by gunfire A number of Middle Eastern airlines have banned flights after the power struggle between the Sudanese army and a rival paramilitary group turned deadly on Saturday. Legacy: Gulf
