SelfDrive, the Middle East’s leading digital mobility platform, announced a significant expansion of its operations across Saudi Arabia. Effective immediately, the company has bolstered its Car Rental in Riyadh and Car Rental in Jeddah, marking a strategic move to provide enhanced, technology-enabl»»»

Unity and solidarity within NATO remain the most important guarantee of Europe's security, and Bulgaria continues to fulfill its responsibility to strengthen collective defence - that was the overall message of the meeting between Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov and the Commander of Allied Joint »»»

Dubai: Dubai’s hotel sector is expected to see visitor numbers recover before room rates return to pre-war highs, according to Accor. The company’s regional leadership said that like other regional markets, Dubai had been affected by the recent disruption to travel demand but expects international »»»

“Capital allocation is one of the most important responsibilities of a public company. The launch of this Public Tender Offer reflects our confidence in the strength of the business, the quality of our asset base, and our long-term growth prospects. We continuously evaluate how to deploy capital in»»»

For the first time in two years, Hungary has convened a summit of the Visegrad Group – a format designed to allow four Central European nations to coordinate, debate current agendas, and work on their own dimension of European integration matters. In recent years, the forum has not spoken with a si»»»

A series of tankers made their way out of the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday despite threats to shipping from Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, using a new route close to Oman's shore that has been promoted by a U.N. maritime agency. The development comes as Iran and the United States are incr»»»

Unity and solidarity within NATO remain the most important guarantee of Europe's security, and Bulgaria continues to fulfill its responsibility to strengthen collective defence - that was the overall message of the meeting between Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov and the Commander of Allied Joint »»»

RIYADH: Saudi aid agency KSrelief has signed a joint implementation program with an organization rehabilitating six hospitals and establishing three oxygen generation units across Sudan. The Organization of Competencies for Studies and Human Development is an implementing partner for KSrelief and h»»»

Abu Dhabi: The trial operation of Etihad Rail’s passenger services between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah will commence on June 30, with a journey time of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. Dubai Station and Al Dhaid Station are scheduled to open on September 30, 2026, while stations in the Al Dhafra reg»»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian government adopted on Thursday a Conclusion on Establishing the Foundations for Conducting Talks and Concluding an Agreement on Founding the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO), whereby Serbia has acquired the status of a WAICO founding member. In a»»»

Prime Minister Péter Magyar and Minister of Health Zsolt Hegedűs visited Budapest’s Uzsoki Street Hospital on Thursday to assess ongoing upgrades to the healthcare facility’s cooling systems as Hungary prepares for an extreme heatwave. Péter Magyar shows progress in hospital air-conditioning modern»»»

At the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) Business Forum in Almaty, Kyrgyzstan’s Minister of Economy and Commerce, Bakyt Sydykov, stated that to attract investment, the country needs to accelerate the preparation of high-quality projects that meet international standards. Speaking at the forum, timed »»»

Egypt is considering innovative debt swap agreements aimed at promoting clean energy and human development. During an interview at the World Economic Forum, Egypt’s Minister of Finance, Ahmed Kouchouk, revealed ongoing discussions with international partners to implement these swaps, though specifi»»»

The Justice Ministry is launching a project aimed at strengthening efforts to combat corruption and improving the capacity of the ministry and other state institutions to develop, implement, and maintain effective anti-corruption reforms. The project was presented at a press conference today. The t»»»

Budapest’s campaign to regulate short-term apartment rentals is continuing, with Józsefváros (District VIII) becoming the second district of the Hungarian capital to introduce strict limits on Airbnb-style accommodation. The district council has approved a new regulatory concept that would impose r»»»

Wolf Theiss has released the 11th edition of its Guide to Generating Electricity from Renewable Sources in Central, Eastern, and South-Eastern Europe for 2026, bringing updated insights into the legal and regulatory frameworks governing renewable electricity generation across 16 jurisdictions. The »»»

Manama, Bahrain: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, met today in Manama with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Al Saud, on the sidelines of the joint min»»»

According to the National Development Strategy until 2030, the country’s economy should grow by at least 8 percent annually. The Minister of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan Bakyt Sydykov said at the annual meeting and business forum of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) in Almaty. Speaking at t»»»

This week marks the tenth anniversary of the Brexit referendum – an event that has reshaped British politics over the past decade and may well continue to do so into the future. Brexit had its origins in Britain’s complex relationship with the EU and its predecessor organization, the European Econo»»»

This story was produced by the European Newsroom (enr), which Tanjug is a part of GDANSK/BRUSSELS – Ukrainian cities and regions risk being left out in deciding how billions in reconstruction funds are being used unless they are given a robust role in the planning, governance and implementation of »»»

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, on Thursday approved a new package of Dubai Municipality development projects aimed at enhancing quality of life, urban services»»»

Auchan Romania has published its sixth Sustainability Report, covering 2025, marking a year of significant progress in reducing its environmental impact, supporting local producers, and developing an organisational culture based on responsibility and involvement. In the year in which the company ma»»»

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has increased its cumulative investment in Kyrgyzstan fourfold during the implementation period of its current strategy. The announcement was made by EDB Chairman of the Management Board Nikolai Podguzov at a business forum and annual meeting of the bank held in »»»

Nicholas Bowler, the United Kingdom’s Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, has completed his diplomatic mission and delivered a farewell address summarizing the results of his three years of service in the country. According to Nicholas Bowler, bilateral relations between the United Kingdom and Kyrgyzstan str»»»

New Delhi: Amazon will invest an incremental $48 billion in India between 2026 and 2030, significantly raising its commitment to one of its fastest-growing markets, Chief Executive Officer Andy Jassy announced on Thursday after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. The latest announcem»»»

Commenting on the draft 2026 state budget on Thursday, Temenuzhka Petkova MP of GERB-UDF called it a budget of political hypocrisy and irresponsibility towards the trust that Bulgarian citizens put in Progressive Bulgaria. She told a news briefing that the revenue projections in the draft budget ar»»»

Chinese companies proposed building a plant for the production of urea and nitrogen fertilizers in Kyrgyzstan. The project was discussed during a working visit by Erlist Akunbekov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry, to C»»»

Obninsk NEW 2026 International Youth Forum will take place in Obninsk on June, 26, 2026 for the fourth time already. More than 500 young people from 70 countries of the world, as well as high-level delegations from 10 countries will gather for Obninsk NEW 2026 International Forum (NEW - Nuclear Edu»»»

Passengers travelling on Budapest’s buses this summer may have to prepare for increasingly uncomfortable journeys, as many of the city’s ageing vehicles struggle to keep their air conditioning systems running during extreme heat. According to Budapest transport operator BKV, a significant part of t»»»

Kathmandu, Nepal: World football's governing body FIFA has suspended Nepal's football association, officials said Thursday, barring the country from all international competitions. FIFA said in a letter to the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) that the decision came after "undue interference by»»»

HEADLINES The dominant topic across print, online, television and radio coverage on Thursday is the draft 2026 State Budget presented by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Galab Donev. Coverage focuses on the planned 5.7% deficit, the projected increase in public debt, the absence of maj»»»

LONDON: Business leaders, investors, and policymakers will gather in London on July 8-9 for the 25th edition of the BMG Summer Retreat and the annual BMG Economic Forum, two events aimed at highlighting Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation and investment opportunities. Hosted by BMG Financial Gro»»»

Minister of Planning and Economic Development Ahmed Rostom said that the Egyptian economy recorded a growth rate of five percent during the third quarter of fiscal year 2025/2026, compared with 4.8 percent in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year, exceeding expectations that growth »»»

Rohde & Schwarz Topex, part of the German Rohde & Schwarz group and its centre of competence for Voice Communication Systems (VCS), is consolidating its presence on the Bucharest office market through a renewal and expansion transaction at myhive IRIDE | nineteen, owned by CPI Romania. Under the ag»»»

Strong leadership is often associated with hard work, discipline, and accountability. While those qualities matter, growth becomes difficult when leaders try to do everything themselves. Victoria Gerrard La Crosse believes that effective delegation is one of the most important skills a leader can d»»»

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has been ranked among the top 301–400 institutions globally in the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026, out of 1,603 participating universities worldwide. The university also improved its national standing, ranking joint sixth among 12 par»»»

Dubai: As Dubai continues to expand, keeping electricity and water services reliable is becoming more important than ever. From massive solar energy projects and underground water reserves to artificial intelligence (AI) and smart monitoring systems, the emirate is investing in a range of solutions»»»

VIENNA: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Finance, Mohammed Al-Jadaan, concluded his participation in the OPEC Fund for International Development Forum and the 47th Ministerial Council Meeting of the fund, held on June 23-24 in the Austrian capital, Vienna. The events were held under the theme “A Transfor»»»

Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach, seen here as Kansas' secretary of state in 2016 with Donald Trump. entered a consent decree Wednesday to end his state's so-called Dream Act. Pool File Photo by Peter Foley/UPI | License Photo June 25 (UPI) -- Kansas has joined the Trump administration in asking»»»

Former Mongolian Prime Minister Gombojav Zandanshatar said his country can serve as a bridge to help establish peace on the Korean Peninsula. Zandanshatar is seen here in an interview with Yonhap News Agency in Seoul on Tuesday. Photo by Yonhap Mongolia is well placed to serve as a bridge in broade»»»

RIYADH: Not many expected Saudi Arabia to still be in contention for a direct place in the Round of 32 heading into the final matchday of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Then again, few expected Group H to unfold the way it has. The expectation before the tournament was straightforward: Spain and Uruguay »»»

Damascus, June 25 (SANA) Syrian officials and German development agencies met in Damascus on Wednesday to discuss aligning future development cooperation with Syria’s recovery priorities, focusing on infrastructure rehabilitation, public services and institutional capacity building. The consultatio»»»

The government approved on Thursday the launch of negotiations and the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Serbia to facilitate the exchange of information on the Djerdap 3 pumped-storage hydropower project, with Romania set to support its development under conditions that reflect the int»»»

Electrica has signed an EPC contract for the development of the "Satu Mare 3" photovoltaic project, with an installed capacity of approximately 62.5 MWp, the contract value being approximately 27.9 million euros, excluding VAT, the company informs in a press release."Electrica announces the complet»»»

Democratic Bulgaria insists that the Finance Minister withdraw the proposed draft budget and revise it, MP Ivaylo Mirchev told reporters in Parliament on Thursday. The party is calling for a budget deficit of no more than 3% and no additional spending. “This budget lacks any meaningful reforms, and»»»

Bulgaria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has rejected claims that it was responsible for distributing a diplomatic note connected to a private visit by members of North Macedonian Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski’s family to Bulgaria. Further reading: North Macedonia Demands Apology from Bulgaria ov»»»

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Galab Donev defended the government’s position on Bulgaria’s public finances, arguing that the country’s placement under the European Union’s excessive deficit procedure should not be viewed as an extraordinary or alarming development. Responding to a ques»»»

This year’s St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), Russia’s premier investment conference, was considered a flop as few international companies bothered to make the trip. However, thousands of delegates flocked to the northern capital from the Global South as the third stage of Russian»»»

CAIRO — Elsewedy Electric will invest more than $200 million in three strategic industrial projects in Egypt aimed at expanding domestic production of copper and aluminium products, strengthening industrial supply chains and increasing export-oriented manufacturing as global demand for critical ind»»»

Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine ,a member of Qatar Foundation, is expanding its investment in healthcare workforce development through the introduction of its Medical Observership Programme and the continued success of its Future Doctor Programme. Both programmes have been developed to create education»»»