Geopolitics

A survey reveals 2,864 active processes at the National Mining Agency, with the highest concentration in Bahia.

May 12, 2026 Reported by AI

Oil prices dipped as investors awaited developments on the Iran ceasefire and President Trump's summit with China's Xi Jinping. Brent crude futures fell to $106.95 a barrel while WTI futures reached $101.52.

In the ongoing West Asia conflict—now including heightened Iran-US tensions—gold prices were nearly flat on Friday but headed for a 2% weekly loss. Surging oil prices continue to drive inflation fears and expectations of prolonged high interest rates, tempering safe-haven demand.

April 28, 2026 Reported by AI

Cuba's National Office of Statistics and Information (ONEI) reported 298,000 tourists arriving in January, February, and March 2026, a 48% drop from 573,300 in the same period of 2025. The energy crisis, worsened by geopolitical tensions, has severely impacted the sector. Airlines have suspended flights and internal transport faces major limitations.

President Prabowo Subianto met with Special Advisor on National Defense General (Ret.) Dudung Abdurachman at Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on Tuesday afternoon, April 21, 2026. The meeting covered developments in national defense and security amid global geopolitical dynamics. The president issued strategic directions for future geostrategy.

April 21, 2026 Reported by AI

South Korean stocks started slightly lower on Wednesday amid uncertainties over U.S.-Iran peace talks. The benchmark KOSPI fell 0.17 percent to 6,377.42 in the first 15 minutes of trading. Investor sentiment weakened with a two-week ceasefire nearing its end.