China is considering either delaying or cancelling Vice Premier Liu He's planned trip to Washington this week after President Donald Trump threatened to hike tariffs on the country.
It comes just days after Trump said the countries were closing to signing a historic deal to end the trade war.
Patrick Fok reports, from Beijing:
Dubai Duty Free boss to retire after 41 years
After 55 years in the travel retail industry and 41 at the helm of Dubai Duty Free (DDF), Colm McLoughlin, Executive Vice Chairman & CEO has announced that he is stepping down from his role on May 31, 2024.
Sharjah airport welcomes over 4 million passengers
More than 4.2 million passengers travelled through Sharjah Airport in the first quarter of 2024, marking a 10 per cent year-on-year increase.
DXB on track to surpass 90 million passengers in 2024
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA), Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, says he expects passenger traffic at Dubai International Airport to exceed 90 million by the end of this year.
Apple unveils AI-focused chip in upgraded iPad Pro
Apple on Tuesday introduced a new chip called the M4 that it said would outclass personal computers designed for artificial intelligence - but put the new chip in an iPad Pro model rather than a laptop.
Jumeirah unveils new brand identity
Jumeirah has unveiled a new brand identity as part of its growth strategy to double the size of its portfolio by 2030.
The Executive Council of Dubai has approved strategies aimed at accelerating growth in various sectors.
The Middle East region's first passenger-carrying drone trials have been carried out in Abu Dhabi.
The UAE has strongly condemned Israel's seizure of the Rafah border crossing in Southern Gaza and warned of the consequences of military escalation.
