Business & Industry

As global foreign direct investment reaches $1.6 trillion, trust, diplomatic engagement and institutional confidence are becoming increasingly important in shaping international investment decisions. Sepehr Haddad, President of Prestige Diplomatique, explores how strong diplomatic relationships, effective communication and long-term partnerships can strengthen investor confidence and create new opportunities for international economic cooperation, with particular attention to Türkiye’s growing investment potential.

Mithila Makhana is gaining a stronger foothold in global markets after APEDA facilitated its first commercial sea shipment to Australia. The 18-metric-tonne consignment highlights the growing export potential of Makhana while helping farmers secure higher returns through direct international market access. For bulk supply or export enquiries for Mithila Makhana, please contact Agro Food Business.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar further emphasised joint defence production, energy cooperation, space collaboration and mechanisms to shield bilateral trade from “unfriendly pressure from third countries.”

In the evolving landscape of global agri-trade, tea remains one of Africa’s most enduring and culturally significant exports. Among the companies redefining Africa’s premium tea presence on the world stage is Trans-Atlantic Trading Company Limited (TATC)—a Kenya-based exporter steadily building a reputation for quality, reliability, and market expertise.