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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said US talks with Iran are “productive and ongoing”, as the Trump administration warned of increased economic pressure if Tehran refuses to agree.

16/04/2026

S&P 500, Nasdaq end at records as markets bet on US-Iran accord

Wall Street stocks hit record highs after White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said further US-Iran talks “would very likely” continue, adding “we feel good about the prospects of a deal.”

16/04/2026

Countries must work together to strengthen energy resilience amid disruptions in the Middle East: PM Wong

“Resilience must be built collectively,” said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, noting that Asia is particularly exposed to energy shocks due to its heavy reliance on imported energy.

16/04/2026
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