Tom Hussain

China's warning that further investment hinges on an improved security situation likely acted as a catalyst, analysts say

The Eviatar outpost in the Israeli-occupied West Bank during morning prayers calling for the legalisation of the outpost and the return of the hostages held in Gaza by the Hamas militant group. Photo: AP

Analysts expect Iran’s reformist president-elect to steer Tehran towards re-engagement with the West, in a boost for its Beijing ties.

An Iranian academic who has advised Tehran warns that if Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking a major escalation, ‘he will get it'

Violent clashes in Balochistan highlight the challenges facing China's Belt and Road Initiative investments in Pakistan

Iran and its allies are expected to calibrate retaliation against Israel over the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh, analysts say

PM Shehbaz Sharif said a series of rebel attacks in Balochistan province aimed to sabotage Belt and Road Initiative projects.

Through Gulf backchannels, Iran has avoided a direct clash with Israel despite the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran

Through Gulf backchannels, Iran has avoided a direct clash with Israel despite the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.

With more than US$97 billion pledged, the UAE's economic strategy is up against China's ambitions – while the US and EU also seek influence