Dinar-to-euro exchange rate at RSD 117.4284
BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.4284 dinars for one euro on Thursday, which is a slight change relative to Wednesday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is steady against the euro m-o-m, down by 0.2 pct y-o-y and down by 0.1 pct relative»»»
South Pars strike marks major escalation in Iran war: What it is, why it matters
Dubai: An Israeli strike on Iran’s South Pars gas field has pushed the Middle East conflict into dangerous new territory, raising concerns over global energy supplies and regional escalation. But what exactly is South Pars, and why is it so critical? World’s largest gas reserveSouth Pars is part of»»»
Japan PM to hold 'difficult' talks with Trump as Iran conflict looms large
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is on her way to what she expects will be a "very difficult" meeting with US leader Donald Trump, days after his calls for allies to help secure the war-stricken Strait of Hormuz went largely unanswered. Takaichi told parliament hours before her departure that »»»
Eid amid ‘digital debris’: Why responsibility is the real celebration this year
Dubai: As the UAE prepares to welcome the first day of Eid Al Fitr this Friday, March 20, the familiar sense of joy and anticipation is unmistakable. Across the seven emirates, the rhythms of preparation are in full swing: malls are bustling with families seeking new clothes, homes are being scente»»»
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb adds his voice to EU calls for Russian reengagement
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has added his voice to the growing number of calls from EU members to reengage with Russia. An ardent Ukraine-supported, he said the EU may soon need to reopen political dialogue with »»»
UK Wage Growth Slows to Weakest in 5 Years
British wages rose at their slowest pace since late 2020 in the three months to January, according to official data which also suggested a weakening in employment might have bottomed out before the start of the war in the Middle East. The figures would normally boost bets on the Bank of England cut»»»
Twin fiscal deficits: How much could Romania reduce its budget deficit if tax collection reached the EU average
An analysis by Alex Milcev, Partner and Head of the Tax and Legal Services Department, EY Romania While the government seeks solutions to reduce the budget deficit with an emphasis on tax hikes, more efficient tax collection would contribute significantly to reducing it, without the need for drasti»»»
Morgan Stanley Joins Peers in Pushing Back Fed Cut Forecasts on Inflation Fears
Morgan Stanley on Thursday joined Goldman Sachs and Barclays in pushing back its forecast for the US Federal Reserve's next interest rate cut to September from June after the central bank flagged inflationary risks amid the Middle East conflict. The Wall Street brokerage now expects quarter-point »»»
"LEAP 2026" tech event: call for application postponed
Tunis, March 19 (TAP) - The Communication Technologies Ministry announced on Thursday the postponement of the call for applications to select 6 Tunisian startups to partake in a prospecting mission at "LEAP 2026" tech event, initially scheduled from...»»»
UAE denies capital control rumours, reaffirms free flow of funds
Abu Dhabi: Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, has dismissed rumours about restrictions on capital movement in the country, warning against the spread of misinformation during times of regional tension. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.In a post o»»»
Vucic, Orban discuss possibilities to overcome energy sector crisis
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic spoke with Hungarian PM Viktor Orban by phone on Thursday to assess all possibilities for Serbia and Hungary to jointly overcome the crisis in various fields of the energy sector. "An important discussion with Hungarian PM Viktor Orban. Today is one of »»»
‘Hollywood-Style’ Narrative in Assassination Campaign Against Iranian Leaders
Israeli officials are casting a series of alleged operations against senior Iranian figures as precise, intelligence-driven strikes, while analysts warn the narrative risks overstating their strategic impact and fueling a “false sense of victory.” Among those cited in Israeli accounts are Ali Larij»»»
Gulf states are 'enemies' for Iran just like the US and Israel, Russian academic says
Persian Gulf states are as much adversaries of Iran as the United States and Israel because none of them condemned the US-Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. That statement was made by political scientist Artur Demchuk, »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
Gulf states are 'enemies' for Iran just like the US and Israel, Russian academic says
Persian Gulf states are as much adversaries of Iran as the United States and Israel because none of them condemned the US-Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. That statement was made by political scientist Artur Demchuk, »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
Gulf states are 'enemies' for Iran just like the US and Israel, Russian academic says
Persian Gulf states are as much adversaries of Iran as the United States and Israel because none of them condemned the US-Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. That statement was made by political scientist Artur Demchuk, »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
Gulf states are 'enemies' for Iran just like the US and Israel, Russian academic says
Persian Gulf states are as much adversaries of Iran as the United States and Israel because none of them condemned the US-Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. That statement was made by political scientist Artur Demchuk, »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
Gulf states are 'enemies' for Iran just like the US and Israel, Russian academic says
Persian Gulf states are as much adversaries of Iran as the United States and Israel because none of them condemned the US-Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. That statement was made by political scientist Artur Demchuk, »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
Gulf states are 'enemies' for Iran just like the US and Israel, Russian academic says
Persian Gulf states are as much adversaries of Iran as the United States and Israel because none of them condemned the US-Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. That statement was made by political scientist Artur Demchuk, »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
Gulf states are 'enemies' for Iran just like the US and Israel, Russian academic says
Persian Gulf states are as much adversaries of Iran as the United States and Israel because none of them condemned the US-Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. That statement was made by political scientist Artur Demchuk, »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
Gulf states are 'enemies' for Iran just like the US and Israel, Russian academic says
Persian Gulf states are as much adversaries of Iran as the United States and Israel because none of them condemned the US-Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. That statement was made by political scientist Artur Demchuk, »»»
Gulf states are 'enemies' for Iran just like the US and Israel, Russian academic says
Persian Gulf states are as much adversaries of Iran as the United States and Israel because none of them condemned the US-Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. That statement was made by political scientist Artur Demchuk, »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
Turkish plastics industry hit by Middle East conflict as supply chains break down
The military conflict in the Middle East has reportedy disrupted supply chains to the point where production stoppages have been triggered across Turkey’s plastics sector. Factories in many cities, including Istanbul, Gazi»»»
Thousands attend “Free Imamoglu” rally in Istanbul 12 months after jailing
Thousands of Turks gathered in central Istanbul on March 18 for a protest held exactly 12 months after Ekrem Imamoglu, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s chief political rival, was jailed after a dawn police raid on his home. »»»
Turkish plastics industry hit by Middle East conflict as supply chains break down
The military conflict in the Middle East has reportedy disrupted supply chains to the point where production stoppages have been triggered across Turkey’s plastics sector. Factories in many cities, including Istanbul, Gazi»»»
51st National Assembly Challenged GERB-UDF Says GERB-UDF MP Bikov
GERB-UDF MP Toma Bikov read a declaration from the parliamentary rostrum on Thursday on behalf of his coalition, which stated that the 51st National Assembly was a challenge for GERB-UDF. The declaration read: "The outgoing National Assembly was one of the most significant tests for our coalition G»»»
Tunisia to partake in "Leap 2026" tech event, April 13-16 in Riyadh
Tunis, March 19 (TAP) - Six certified Tunisian start-ups will receive support from the Communication Technologies Ministry so as to take part in a business development mission at the LEAP 2026 tech event, due April 13-16 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. To...»»»
Media Review: March 19
POLITICS According to an analysis in mediapool.bg, which has perused relevant public documents, it is highly unlikely that Bulgaria's Constitutional Court will be able to determine explicitly whether a Judicial System Act amendment that limited the term in office of an acting prosecutor general to »»»
The Middle East conflict is reshaping the landscape of global economic risks
The length of the blockade remains the decisive factor The duration of the disruption to traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains the decisive factor in assessing the economic impact. Allianz Trade analysts estimate that a disruption of up to two months in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz—w»»»
51st Parliament Failed to Overcome Crises, BSP-United Left Floor Leader Says
The 51st National Assembly failed to overcome the crises, BSP-United Left Floor Leader Nataliya Kiselova said in a declaration read on Thursday from the parliamentary rostrum. Parliament holds its last regular plenary sitting before the start of the election campaign for the April 19 snap parliamen»»»
Finnish president suggests he’ll back Trump’s Iran war in exchange for Ukraine aid
Despite generic calls for dialogue and restraint, some EU leaders are looking for opportunities to involve themselves in the US-Israeli war on Iran. Finland’s Alexander Stubb has emerged as the leader of a small, pro-war bloc in Europe. The EU’s position on the war thus far has been one of detachme»»»
Long war may undercut global economy, analysts warn
PARIS, France — Almost three weeks into the Middle East war, analysts fear that a long-drawn out conflict and the associated disruption to oil trade may undermine the global economy.Economists are contemplating a gloomy combination of prices rising across the board and growth stalling.The conflict,»»»
Iraq's gas imports from Iran halted due to war
BAGHDAD — Iraq's gas imports from Iran were completely halted on Wednesday, authorities said, the latest blow to the country's battered economy reeling from the impact of the Middle East war.The country has been unwillingly drawn into the conflict triggered by the US-Israel attack on its neighbour »»»
Canada central banks holds rate steady, says will act if war sparks inflation
TORONTO, Canada — Canada's central bank held its key lending rate at 2.25 per cent on Wednesday, but said it was "ready to respond" if the war in the Middle East caused inflation to surge.The decision marked the third consecutive hold by the Bank of Canada, which has said it wants to keep rates ste»»»
Bank of Japan says it sees inflation rising on oil price spike
TOKYO — Japan's central bank said Thursday it expected inflation to increase because of the "recent rise in crude oil prices" caused by the Middle East war.The Bank of Japan also said in a statement that it had left its key interest rate unchanged at 0.75 percent.While officials see the consumer pr»»»
10% of Voters Have Brought Down Present Parliament, MRF-New Beginning Declares
Addressing Bulgaria's Parliament Thursday in a declaration on behalf of MRF-New Beginning, occasioned by the end of the legislature's life, Deputy Floor Leader Jordan Tzonev said that the 51st National Assembly is ending its term at the will of less than 10% of Bulgarian voters who took part in pro»»»
Korean won plunges to new 17-yr low against U.S. dollar as Iran crisis persists - UPI.com
This photo, taken Thursday, shows the trading room of Hana Bank in central Seoul as the South Korean won fell to its lowest level in 17 years amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. Photo by Yonhap The South Korean currency fell sharply to its weakest level in 17 years against the U.S. dollar »»»
Shopping centres buzz with activity as people prepare for Eid
Doha, Qatar: With the approach of Eid Al-Fitr, citizens and residents across Qatar are stepping up preparations, as shopping malls, traditional markets and hypermarkets witness a surge in activity despite the backdrop of ongoing regional developments. Families and residents are making final prepara»»»
Trump threatens to strike world's largest gas field if Iran attacks Qatar again
U.S. President Donald Trump pledged the U.S. would "massively blow up the entirety" of the world's largest gas field if Iran attacks Qatar again. Trump made his threat on social media Wednesday night against Iran's South Pars natural gas field after Iranian missiles hit Qatar. The Iranian attack wa»»»
As Israel Expands Strikes on Beirut, Delivery Drivers Steer Clear of Danger
Lebanese food courier Hamza Hareb now keeps his distance if he spots a car with tinted windows while on a delivery run in Beirut. Hezbollah is rumored to use such cars, and Hareb wants to steer clear of any Israeli strikes targeting the armed group. Israel has expanded its air campaign to new parts»»»
Vazrazhdane's Kostadinov: CEC Has Decided Not to Apply European Commission Regulation on Political Parties' Campaign Materials Financing
Speaking to reporters in the Parliament's lobby on Thursday, Vazrazhdane Chair Kostadin Kostadinov said that on Wednesday the Central Election Commission (CEC) has taken the unprecedented decision not to apply a European Commission (EC) regulation on the financing of political parties’ campaign mat»»»