Japan’s Q1 GDP grows at faster pace, but trade war blunts outlook

TOKYO — Japan’s economy grew slightly faster than initially estimated in the first quarter, thanks to stronger capital spending, but analysts say global trade tensions remain a drag on growth and raise risks to the outlook for the export-reliant nation. The world’s third-largest economy is facing growing downward pressure as the US-China trade war intensifies […]

17th edition of Automechanika Dubai kicks off

Dubai: Some of the biggest names in the global automotive aftermarket gathered in Dubai for the 17th edition of Automechanika Dubai, the Middle East and Africa’s largest automotive aftermarket trade fair. The event opened on Monday as companies in the industry look to make big inroads in the region’s spare parts market and as the […]