An expert with the IMF says US sanctions would stop impacting the Iranian economy in 2020.

Professor of Economics Steve Keen predicts that global oil prices will continue plunging, saying the trend will pose a challenge to the oil-dependent economies of Middle East, particularly Saudi Arabia. 

Voting has got underway in Argentina's presidential election, with results expected at about 9:00 pm.

Sudan's ruling council and rebel leaders have started peace talks to end the country's multiple conflicts.

Jordanian teachers end a month-long strike after reaching an agreement with the government for a rise in salaries.

The Ecuadorian president has announced a state of emergency following massive demonstrations over rising fuel prices.

The IMF has warned that the US-China tariff war could lower the global GDP by 0.8 percent in 2020.

The US and China should seek to find a solution to their differences through negotiations as the ongoing trade dispute between the pair threatens to drag down global economic growth, says IMF deputy director.

Argentines have their first chance on Sunday to head to the ballot boxes in a high-stakes presidential race.

The IMF says global economy will likely be affected by US sanctions on Iran.