Ukraine war
Deal reached to restore Ukrainian grain exports, Turkey says
Agreement on Black Sea passage to be signed next week: defense minister
Economy
International relations
India's prime minister visits UAE, showcasing deep ties
Arab state is significant source of oil and third-largest export destination
Energy
China's oil imports led by Russia for first time since Ukraine war
Shipments grew 55% in May as Western sanctions depressed demand
Travel & Leisure
Thai hotels court Indian and local tourists to fill China void
Europeans top returnees but cannot match Arab and Chinese spending
Economy
Iran's hopes for economic recovery dashed by IAEA condemnation
In bid to save nuclear deal, spokesperson says all recent actions are 'reversible'
Business Spotlight
From China to India, Asia braces for EU plan to kill fast fashion
Supply chains may have to shift to recyclable, durable clothes -- with uncertain consequences
Inflation
Turkey's annual inflation soars to 73.5%, highest since 1998
People struggle to afford basic goods amid rising transport and food costs
Podcast
Asia Stream: Asia's Inflation Dilemma
Rising prices are hurting wallets across the world. The crisis is particularly bad in Sri Lanka and Turkey, and in Japan, people are facing inflation for the first time in decades.
Economy
Turkey inflation surges to 70%, putting Erdogan in a bind
Against high prices, support falls for president who faces an election next year
Finance
Turkey holds key rate at 14% even with inflation at 61%
Bank blames rising prices on external factors, as economists see CPI hitting 70%
Energy
Russia-Ukraine war prompts PTTEP to produce more oil and gas
Thai exploration arm invests massively to boost profits, secure energy supply
Economy
Turkey posts G-20 topping 11% growth in 2021 as exports surge
Country benefits from supply-chain realignment, despite runaway inflation
Ukraine war
Ukraine crisis sends grain prices soaring, threatens food security
Wheat and corn costs approach levels seen during Arab Spring unrest
Commodities
Global commodity prices soar 50%, fastest pace in 27 years
Fears grow inflation could become source of political instability worldwide
Interview
Turkish finance minister expects inflation to peak in April
Nureddin Nebati tells Nikkei he is confident the lira will stabilize in 2022
Politics
Turkey's Erdogan sacks statistics chief as inflation tension escalates
Sait Erdal Dincer lasts just 10 months in role amid reports of friction over direction of policy
International relations
South Korea inks deal to lend Egypt $1bn for infrastructure
With Moon in Cairo, leaders also discuss sale of self-propelled howitzers
Trade
Kashmir's apple growers demand action against Iranian imports
Protests mount as prices plunge and unsold produce piles up
Economy
Turkey inflation back to single digits by mid-2023: finance minister
With elections due next year, rate expected to start to fall in Q1 this year
Opinion
World needs a long-term plan to avoid repeat energy crises
Counterproductive short-term fixes will only lead to more economic pain