Economy

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WFP: War on Iran pushing millions towards hunger

The US-Israeli war on Iran could tip up to 45 million people into acute hunger, the UN’s WFP warns.

‘Make America Healthy Again’ activists see legislative wins, White House disappointments and questions for the midterms.

Texas-based rocket company announces plans to sell shares at $135 apiece, aiming to raise approximately $75bn.

Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman and other top OPEC officials visit the St Petersburg International Economic Forum.

Facebook parent company says proposals violate Australia’s commitments under its free trade agreement with the US.

Currency plunge comes as energy shock from the Iran war casts a cloud over Southeast Asian economies.

USTR’s proposal comes from a Section 301 unfair trade practices investigation designed to help rebuild Trump’s tariffs.

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A Ukrainian drone strike targeted energy facilities near St Petersburg hours before the forum began.

Iran’s government weighs limited energy control options in a strained economy, with the war impacting production.

The two discuss a range of sectors, including defence, energy, transportation and the halal food industry.