Critics condemn proposed Chinese acquisition of UK chemical plant, citing potential threats to market competition.

RIAT airshow cancelled as Fairford airbase used for US bomber missions against Iran, organizers say.

The world's largest military airshow RIAT, held annually in the UK, has been canceled due to the use of its venue, Fairford airbase, by US strategic bombers for missions against Iran, its organizers reported.

Senior European diplomat says U.S. team at Geneva talks struggled to grasp Iran nuclear program details, including enrichment thresholds, forcing European officials to explain technicalities.

A senior European diplomat told Reuters that the U.S. team at talks in Geneva struggled to understand elements of Iran's nuclear program, including the significance of uranium enrichment thresholds, prompting European officials to explain technical details.

APEC trade ministers conclude meeting in China, reaffirm support for free trade area and WTO reform, says Chinese commerce minister

The 2026 APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting concluded Saturday in Suzhou, China, reaffirming support for the Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific and advancing WTO reform, according to China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao.

IMF says EU must reform, consolidate, and use joint debt to cope with spending needs.

The International Monetary Fund said the European Union needs to reform, consolidate, and use joint debt to address its spending requirements.