Romanian capital emerges as a major force in commercial real estate, with EUR 2.1 billion invested over 20 years
During the first part of the period under review, particularly throughout the 2000s, Romanian investors had only a sporadic presence in the market, with some years recording no significant acquisitions involving local capital. “Romanian capital has entered a new stage of maturity. While 10 to 15 ye»»»
China is not scared of Trump’s squeeze on Iran
There is a fatal flaw in the Trump administration’s recently announced “economic D-Day” against Iran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent declared that the new US sanctions and pressure campaign was designed to “sever every economic lifeline that sustains the tyrannical regime” in Iran. But Iran’s »»»
Jakarta airport extends closure after volcano eruption
Jakarta: Indonesia's main airport postponed reopening on Monday after halting operations following a volcanic eruption that left hundreds of thousands of passengers stranded. Mount Anak Krakatau, about 150 kilometres (93 miles) from Indonesia's capital, Jakarta, erupted on Saturday, spewing a fount»»»
SR100,000 fine and jail: Saudi Arabia warns employers over workers taking outside jobs
Authorities urge residents and employers to comply with residency, labour and border rules Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has warned individual employers that allowing their workers to take jobs with others or work for their own account could result in imprisonment, a fine of up to SR100,000 a»»»
Mirziyoyev arrives on official visit to Serbia, welcomed by Vucic
BELGRADE - Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrived on an official two-day visit to Serbia on Monday. At the Nikola Tesla Airport in Belgrade, he was ceremonially welcomed by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic. Vucic and his wife Tamara greeted Mirziyoyev and his wife Ziroat. The welcoming ceremo»»»
Leroy Merlin set to open first store in Brăila in September, on a 34,000-square-metre site
The store will offer customers the full range of Leroy Merlin products and services, tailored to all types of construction, renovation and fitting-out projects. Among the categories that will feature prominently at the new location are Gardening, Paint, Bathroom Fittings, Kitchens and Building Mate»»»
Compari.ro: back to school shopping picks up in August, interest in notebooks rises by 372%
School backpacks, one of the categories most closely associated with the beginning of the school year, reached an increase of 86%. Interest also grew for folders and binders, up 84%, fountain pens, up 107%, highlighters, up 127%, and rollerball pens, which recorded a 158% increase. Some smaller sch»»»
QCB says foreign exchange reserves rise 0.75% in August
Doha, Qatar: International reserves and foreign currency liquidity at Qatar Central Bank (QCB) increased by 0.75 percent year-on-year in August, reaching QAR 262.240 billion, compared to QAR 260.282 billion recorded during the same period last year. Official data released by the QCB Monday showed a»»»
Dubai Maritime Authority drives integrated maritime ecosystem
Reinforce the emirate’s position as a leading global hub for maritime activities The Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA), at the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) continues to develop an integrated maritime ecosystem that enhances navigational safety, improves the efficiency of maritime se»»»
Freedom24 analysis: GTA VI launch takes the stock market spotlight
Analysts at Freedom24, the European retail broker of Nasdaq-listed Freedom Holding Corp., look at the key indicators Romanian investors should watch and the factors that could shape Take-Two’s longer-term performance. “GTA VI will undoubtedly be one of the most significant releases in gaming histor»»»
UAE expresses solidarity with Cabo Verde
Ministry of Foreign Affairs wishes a speedy recovery for all the injured The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of Cabo Verde following a bus crash on Fogo island, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mo»»»
UAE President receives phone call from Lebanese leader
Phone call focuses on cooperation, security and stability UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from President of the Lebanese Republic Joseph Aoun, during which they discussed bilateral relations and cooperation while reaffirming their commitment»»»
Five Parties, Five Nomination Committees Submit Registration Documents for Presidential Election
Five parties and five nomination committees had submitted documents for registration for the October 25 presidential election by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, the Central Election Commission (CEC) said on Facebook. The parties are Vazrazhdane, Pravoto [The Law] party, Movement for Rights and Freedoms, Bulga»»»
From Ratlami Sev to Chanderi: India’s districts arrive in Dubai looking for global buyers
New Dubai showcase connects Indian district products with UAE buyers, investors, retailers Dubai: Indian districts are being put in the spotlight in the UAE as a new initiative seeks to connect local Indian producers with buyers, investors, retailers and distributors in the Gulf and wider global ma»»»
Qatar reaffirms firm support for Sudan's unity, territorial integrity
Geneva: The State of Qatar reaffirmed its firm support for the unity and territorial integrity of Sudan and the right of its people to a dignified life, security, and stability. Qatar emphasised its deep concern over the ongoing armed conflict, which has caused unprecedented suffering for the Sudan»»»
Authorities urge livestock farmers vigilance ahead of heatwave
TUNIS, Sept. 7, 2026 (TAP) – Authorities have called on livestock farmers to step up vigilance ahead of a heatwave threatening the national livestock herd from Sept. 7 to 13, with temperatures expected to reach 41°C.In an awareness statement, the...»»»
Macut proposes dissolution of parliament, calling of elections
BELGRADE - At an extraordinary government session, Serbian PM Djuro Macut proposed a dissolution of the national parliament and the calling of parliamentary elections. "Elections have never been a sign of the state's weakness. Elections are proof of the unbreakable strength of a democratic Serbia t»»»
Poland may benefit from France’s agricultural war with European food market
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Archicom expands cooperation with Echo
Archicom has expanded its strategic cooperation with Echo Investment through a new amendment covering residential development, land acquisitions, financing, commercialization, and office project sales. Echo Investment will advise Archicom on managing and developing housing projects, identifying new»»»
Eurozone investor sentiment rises higher than expected
Eurozone investor sentiment improved more strongly than expected in September, according to the Sentix Institute, reaching its highest level since February 2002. The index rose for a fifth consecutive month to 5.1, up from 0.9 in August and well above the expected 2.1. Sentix said the eurozone was »»»
Poles have PLN 4.1 trillion in cash and bank accounts
Polish household financial assets reached a record PLN 4.102 bln at the end of March 2026, up 15.3% y/y, according to the Polish Development Fund. However, nearly 48% remains in cash and bank deposits, highlighting households’ preference for liquid, easily understood assets. Current deposits alone »»»
UOKiK requires changes regarding unauthorized payment transactions
Poland’s competition and consumer protection authority, UOKiK, has ordered four banks to change how they handle reports of unauthorized payment transactions. The banks must also reassess customer complaints they previously rejected. UOKiK criticized delays in refunding disputed payments, conditiona»»»
Poland may gain with changes in EU’s emission trading system
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Experts: business of defense is not money but procurement policy
Poland could spend around PLN 200 bln on defense in 2026 and has access to EUR 43.7 bln in loans under the EU SAFE program, with 89% expected to support Polish defense companies. However, experts say financing is not the sector’s main constraint. The industry lacks predictable, multi-year procureme»»»
AI continues progression, but few know what to do with it
AI technology is advancing rapidly, but most companies still struggle to convert it into meaningful business results. While new models are promoted as revolutionary, Gartner research cited in the article found that only 22% of companies have achieved broad, successful AI deployments. New York Feder»»»
New rules for electricity billing for Polish homes will simplify rates
New rules governing electricity tariffs and billing took effect in Poland on September 5, aiming to make household energy bills simpler and more transparent. Under a regulation issued by the energy minister, the subscription fee will be moved to the electricity sales portion of the bill, making it »»»
Yemeni Military Media Posts Footage of Striking Saudi Weaponry Batches, Spkesman Affirms KSA’s Aggression Won’t Go Unanswered
The spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces affirmed that the ongoing Saudi aggression against Yemen will not remain unanswered and unpunished. Via his Telegram Channel, Brigadier General Yahya Saree stressed that the Saudi regime must bear the consequences of its crimes against the Yemeni people. Wh»»»
Africa brings its investment ambitions to Dubai’s AIM Congress
From minerals to manufacturing, Africa courts Gulf capital for value-added growth Dubai: Dubai World Trade Centre has become an unlikely capital of African economic diplomacy at the AIM Congress 2026. From Robinah Nabbanja, Honourable Prime minister of Uganda to Naseem Banu Lahri, the Managing Dire»»»
Ukrainian Troop Encirclement Near Kharkov Expands Buffer Zone Protecting Russian Border
The absence of any attempts to break out suggests a complete loss of command and coordination, retired colonel and military analyst Anatoly Matviychuk says, commenting on the encirclement of around 1,700 Ukrainian troops by Russian forces in the Kharkov region. Local commanders are either unable to»»»
Tunisia, Vietnam reaffirm strong bilateral ties
TUNIS, Sept. 7 (TAP) – Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ben Ayed received on Monday at the ministry’s headquarters Nguyen Nam Duong, who handed him a copy of his credentials as the new...»»»
Dubai developer unveils Dh700m project with robots on every floor
Developers woo buyers with AI-enabled homes, discounts and delivery pledges at IPS Dubai: Dubai’s property market opened its latest major industry showcase on Monday with developers unveiling new technology-led projects, buyers being offered fresh incentives, as the emirate’s real estate sector loo»»»
Not just a car park: Dubai Square plans a fully designed, air-conditioned arrival
The concept is part of the Dh180b Dubai Creek Harbour development in Dubai Dubai Square has unveiled its vision for an air-conditioned parking environment with full interior design treatment, extending the quality of the destination beyond the mall entrance and into every stage of the arrival and d»»»
$2.4tn economy, $5tn in sovereign wealth: The GCC’s global economic weight
Sovereign wealth assets exceed $5tn, while GCC bank assets stand at about $3.9tn Abu Dhabi: Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), said Gulf integration has become a major driver of investment, strengthening member states’ global economic standing through »»»
Punjab pitches investor-friendly ecosystem at AIM Congress
Indian state highlights incentives, fast-track approvals to attract global investors Dubai: Punjab is positioning itself as a key gateway for global investors seeking opportunities in northern India, offering a combination of industrial infrastructure, skilled talent, investor incentives and stream»»»
11 killed in Indonesian market fire
Jakarta: Eleven people were killed in a fire in Indonesia's Paniai Regency in Central Papua. Indonesia's ANTARA news agency reported that the fire broke out Monday in the village of Babuda, resulting in the deaths of 11 people, injury of 20 others, and the destruction of 40 homes. Indonesian author»»»
UN rapporteur says Israeli rubble-clearing in Gaza could erase 'atrocity crimes' evidence
The United Nations special rapporteur on Palestinian territories Francesca Albanese warned Monday that large-scale rubble removal in parts of Gaza under Israeli control could risk erasing "evidence relevant to the investigation of alleged international crimes". Israel's bombardment and ground »»»
Middle East Live: Several killed in Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon
At least 11 people were killed, including two infants, were injured in Israeli strikes on a residential building in a town in southern Lebanon early on Monday, Lebanon's state news agency reported. The Israeli army had demanded early Monday that residents of Deir Zahrani in souther»»»
Foreign Minister discusses bilateral ties with Yemeni counterpart in Cairo
Cairo, Sept. 7 (SANA) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani met on Monday with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Republic of Yemen Afrah al-Zouba on the sidelines of the 166th Ordinary Session of the Arab League Council at the ministerial level. Durin»»»
Minister Al-Shaibani: Syria returns to Arab role, enters comprehensive rebuilding
Cairo, Sept. 7 (SANA) Foreign and Expatriates Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani said Monday that Syria has regained its natural place among its Arab partners as a “shoulder and support, not a burden,” as the country moves beyond 15 years of hardship into a comprehensive phase of rebuilding its econ»»»
Electronic testing for sweetened drinks to begin via Dhareeba Platform on November 1
Doha, Qatar: General Tax Authority announced that, effective November 1, 2026, the analysis certificates required for the registration of sweetened drinks will be approved electronically through the Dhareeba platform, through direct integration with laboratories accredited by the Ministry of Public»»»
Dubai Municipality launches 'Athar' exhibition to celebrate Emirati women's businesses, success stories
New event hosts workshops, SME showcases and family activities until September 21 Dubai: Dubai Municipality has launched "Athar", an exhibition celebrating the achievements and contributions of Emirati women, as part of activities marking Emirati Women's Day. The exhibition is being held at Hewi Na»»»
Europe’s summer from hell seems over – but is it really?
Summer is officially over in Europe – and for millions of people, this may be remembered as the year when extreme weather stopped feeling particularly unusual.Western Europe endured an extraordinary succession of heatwaves, drought, wildfires, and water shortages. Temperatures repeatedly climbed ab»»»
This woman was the link between the Soviets, the CIA, and feminism
It’s impossible to fully understand the legacy of American feminist icon Gloria Steinem without mentioning Russia. Steinem – who fought her entire life to promote the radical concept that women should be able to choose whatever kind of life they want – passed away peacefully at her New York home la»»»
Qatar unveils vision for smart, sustainable transport at AEMOB Forum 2026
DOHA: The Ministry of Transport (MoT) Undersecretary HE Mohammed Abdullah Al Maadeed inaugurated the 2nd edition of the Autonomous e-Mobility Forum (AEMOB). It runs from September 7 to 9 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). The MoT is the Host and Strategic Partner of the event, organise»»»
QSE index closes higher
Doha: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed 51.97 points higher on Monday, up by 0.53 percent, to settle at 9,785.73 points. Trading volume reached 125,888,272 shares, with turnover totaling QAR 287,216,622.606 through 19,855 transactions across all sectors. The shares of 20 companies adqavan»»»
Guinea industrial delegation visits CETIME
TUNIS, Sept. 7 (TAP) – A delegation from Guinea's Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Pilot Centre for Industrial Technologies (CPTI) visited the Technical Centre for Mechanical and Electrical Industries (CETIME) in Tunis from Sept. 1 to 4,...»»»
Qatar-China strategic ties poised for expansion in investment, energy, technology: PM
DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met with Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China HE Li Qiang in Beijing on Monday, with the two sides discussing ways to strengthen the strategic relationship between Q»»»
Passengers use zip ties, duct tape to restrain man on US flight
American Airlines plane diverted after passenger allegedly turns violent An American Airlines flight from Dallas to Newark was forced to divert to Baltimore after an allegedly violent passenger was restrained by fellow travellers using zip ties and duct tape. The passenger, identified by Maryland T»»»
Report: US tells Lebanon it's pressing Israel to keep situation under control
In an effort to contain the current escalation in the Nabatieh region, contacts took place between Lebanon and the U.S., during which Washington informed the Lebanese state that it is “doing everything in its power to keep the situation under control and prevent it from sliding into a full-blown wa»»»
SNJT, civil society representatives discuss public freedoms, social, economic issues
TUNIS, Sept. 7, 2026 (TAP) – A consultation and exchange meeting brought together on Monday representatives of the National Syndicate of Tunisian Journalists (SNJT) and several civil society organisations to address the general situation in the...»»»