Economy

Boeing says China not accepting planes over US tariffs
Boeing says China not accepting planes over US tariffs
by  AFP

Boeing's CEO confirmed Wednesday that China had stopped accepting new aircraft due to the US-China trade war, as the company's shares surged following a smaller than expected loss. The aviation giant reported a loss of $123 million in the first quarter, smaller than the $343 million loss in the year-ago period.

French president announces economic deals with Madagascar
French president announces economic deals with Madagascar
by  AFP

France and Madagascar announced Wednesday they would strengthen economic cooperation through several ambitious projects, including a major hydroelectric dam, as President Emmanuel Macron kicked off a two-day state visit to the Indian Ocean island.