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ASEAN Pushes Deeper Rare Earth Cooperation to Strengthen Global Supply Chains

ASEAN is seeking to deepen cooperation on rare earth elements (REEs) as global demand for critical minerals accelerates. By strengthening regional collaboration, Southeast Asian nations hope to reduce dependence on outside powers, expand domestic processing industries, and secure a stronger position in the global supply chain.

Al-Mustaqilla Reveals The Reason For Al-Alaq's Dismissal: Exchange Rate Disputes Behind The Decision

June 18, 2026Last updated: June 18, 2026    Al-Mustaqilla - A source revealed to Al-Mustaqilla that the decision to dismiss the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Al-Alaq, came as a result of a direct dispute over the exchange rate of the Iraqi dinar, after he refused in recent days to proceed with any amendment to the exchange rate against the dollar.

6 Trends That Affect the U.S. Economy

Understanding these trends can help you protect your financial future

By  Kimberly Amadeo   Updated on July 12, 2021

In just a few short months, the COVID-19 pandemic decimated the U.S. economy in what was a largely unforeseen crisis—one that will affect the economy for years. Five other trends listed below will continue to affect the U.S., too, because larger forces are at play.

Understanding these six trends could help you can protect your financial future.

Wall Street Journal: Pentagon Seeks $80 Billion In Additional Funding To Cover The Cost Of A War With Iran

Money and Business    Economy News - Follow-up   The Wall Street Journal, citing informed sources, reported that U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense Stephen Feinberg told lawmakers in telephone calls this week that the Defense Department needs $80 billion to cover the costs of a war with Iran, in addition to other non-war-related expenses.

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US-Iran Peace Talks Delayed as Fragile Ceasefire Faces New Test

Negotiations scheduled in Switzerland have been postponed, highlighting lingering mistrust between Washington and Tehran as both sides attempt to transform a temporary ceasefire into a lasting peace agreement.

The Coordination Framework Empowers Al-Zaydi To Implement The Barak Plan And Aspires To Greater Positive Cooperation In The Security And Economic Fields

 latest news   Thursday June 18, 2026  Baghdad - One News Informed sources within the coordination framework revealed that Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi presented details regarding the roadmap of US President's envoy Tom Barak for resolving the factions, and taking broader measures that include cooperation in the fields of security and the economy.

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CLARITY Act Nears Finish Line as Senate Eyes Vote Before July 4

U.S. lawmakers and the White House are pushing to approve landmark crypto legislation that could establish long-awaited regulatory clarity for digital assets while strengthening America's leadership in blockchain innovation.

United Nations: The Iraqi Government Is Adopting Economic Reforms Based On Digitalization And Combating Corruption.

Money and Business   Economy News – Baghdad   The UN Assistant Secretary-General and Regional Director of the United Nations Development Programme for Arab States, Abdullah Al-Dardari, announced on Wednesday the details of bilateral talks with Prime Minister Ali Al-Zidi, stressing that the government is adopting economic reforms based on digitalization and combating corruption.

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Japan’s New Security Strategy Draws Strong Opposition From China

Tokyo's proposed military expansion marks a historic shift from its post-war defense policy, raising tensions over Taiwan, regional security, and the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific.

MP: Washington Is Using The Dollar To Blackmail Iraq

16 Jun 13:12  The Information Agency / Baghdad –  MP Abbas Qusay asserted on Tuesday that the United States is using the dollar as a tool for financial pressure and blackmail against Iraq, indicating that this is reflected in the country's economic policies.  

Qusay told the Information Agency, "The United States is using the dollar to financially blackmail Iraq and is imposing its influence on all financial transactions and transfers."