EFG Holding secures $40m EBRD loan to expand MSME financing in Egypt
EFG Holding said on Tuesday it had secured a $40m four-year term loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to support the expansion of financing for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises in Egypt. EFG Holding, a financial institution with a universal bank in Egypt and the l»»»
Eight Muslim countries urge Israel to fulfil Gaza plan commitments
The foreign ministers of Egypt, Qatar, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Türkiye, and Saudi Arabia called on Israel to fulfil its obligations under the first phase of a comprehensive Gaza plan, including allowing humanitarian and early-recovery supplies to enter safely and with»»»
Egypt’s Madbouly calls for reorienting international financial system towards Global South
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly called for the capacities of the international financial system to be redirected in a way that delivers greater fairness and better reflects the interests and needs of countries of the Global South, in an address to a leaders’ meeting on the margins of the U»»»
DALTEX partners with China’s Irritech to expand advanced irrigation solutions across Egypt, Algeria and Libya
DALTEX Corporation, a leading Egyptian agribusiness with an integrated portfolio spanning agricultural production, fresh produce and irrigation solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with China-based Irritech, a specialist in large-scale irrigation systems. Under the agreement, DALTEX »»»
Egypt targets $3bn in new fertilizer investments, production to rise by up to 3 million tonnes annually
Egypt is targeting around $3bn in new investments in the fertilizer industry, with five major projects expected to increase domestic production by between 2 million and 3 million tonnes annually over the next three years, according to Mostafa Sherif El-Gabaly, Deputy Chairperson of the Chemical and»»»
One in four Egyptian senior leaders sees no CEO-ready successor, Atruk Athar survey finds
One in four senior leaders surveyed in Egypt believed no member of their senior team was ready to step into the top role, according to the Leadership Pulse 2026 survey conducted by Atruk Athar Consultancy. The finding highlighted the need to strengthen leadership development, the firm said, as it h»»»
Fujairah Police warn UAE motorists against distracted driving
UAE authorities use social media alerts, videos to curb risky driving behaviour Being distracted while driving puts you, the passengers in your car, and your fellow road users at risk. In order to dissuade people from undertaking dangerous practises that can cost focus, Fujairah Police put out a wa»»»
Wizz Air rethink could reshape fares and routes
Wizz Air is putting the brakes on one of the most ambitious growth plans in European aviation. The Hungarian-founded low-cost carrier has reduced its planned winter capacity, dramatically lowered its long-term fleet ambitions and is concentrating more heavily on Central and Eastern Europe – changes»»»
Trump says US officials met Iran’s delegation for three hours
New York: Trump has said US officials held a “very good” three-hour meeting with Iran’s delegation in the United States. Trump’s remarks on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly came after he warned during his address that he was considering whether to “annihilate” Iran.»»»
QF sparks global dialogue on tradition, progress at Goals House During UNGA
New York: As the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly takes place, Qatar Foundation has fostered a global dialogue at Goals House in New York on how inherited knowledge, cultural identity, and local wisdom can help address some of the world's most pressing challenges. Titled 'Traditi»»»
Jordan’s King: Israeli incursions into Syria a warning to international community
New York, Sept. 22 (SANA) Jordan’s King Abdullah II warned that repeated Israeli incursions into southern Syria, territorial expansion and attempts to impose new realities on the ground, including actions affecting vital water resources, represent “a warning the international community chooses to i»»»
US President says Washington repeatedly sought to reach deal on Iran's nuclear program
New York: US President Donald Trump said that the United States had "repeatedly sought" to reach an agreement on Iran's nuclear program. In his address during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, Trump called on all countries to join the United States in imposing complete econom»»»
Qatar has capabilities to deliver exceptional Olympic Games in 2036: Fatima Sultan Al Kuwari
NAGOYA: Fatima Sultan Al Kuwari, CEO of Qatar’s bid to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games, has expressed strong confidence in Doha’s bid journey and the country’s ability to deliver an exceptional edition of the Games. Speaking during a dialogue session held with representatives of the Qata»»»
Fuel prices in Hungary buck EU trend, but diesel is climbing
Fuel prices in Hungary stood out sharply from the rest of the European Union in August 2026, as petrol, diesel and lubricant costs surged across almost the entire bloc. While prices in the EU were 23.8% higher than a year earlier, Hungary recorded an increase of just 1.3% – the smallest among all 2»»»
Big brands like Nike and Adidas depending on outlet malls
Outlets are becoming a core sales channel rather than simply a way to clear unsold inventory, according to Andrea Aburra, NEINVER’s head of leasing for Poland and Italy. Brands including Hugo Boss and adidas are investing in modernized stores, dedicated teams, and stronger customer experiences. NEI»»»
Ursynów mall plans scaled back to expansion of existing center
Plans for a major shopping mall in Warsaw’s Ursynów district have been shelved in favor of expanding and modernizing the existing CH Ursynów, according to local outlet haloursynow.pl. The original 2018 concept envisioned substantially more retail space, new public areas, and a redesigned Filipiny P»»»
ING Bank Śląski to launch POLSTR-based mortgages
ING Bank Śląski will introduce mortgages linked to the POLSTR one-month compounded benchmark on September 28, 2026. Borrowers can choose variable rates, calculated using the benchmark plus the bank’s margin, or rates fixed for an initial five years. After that period, customers can select another f»»»
Nearly 22% of Poles struggled to pay bills on time
Some 21.7% of Polish adults struggled to meet financial obligations on time over the previous 12 months, according to a survey commissioned by debt management company Kruk. Among those affected, 67.6% described their difficulties as temporary, while 15.4% considered them serious. Overall, 46.7% rat»»»
Presidential fuel proposal risks shortages, government warns
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Kino Polska warns weak TV advertising could weigh on earnings
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Orlen looking for partner for AI solutions
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Polish troops test Wilk unmanned logistics platform
Stohid Technology completed initial field trials of its Wilk unmanned ground platform with Poland’s 10th Opole Logistics Brigade near Opole. Soldiers tested transportation, deployment, off-road mobility, and equipment delivery ahead of commercialization planned for 2027. Developed in Poland, Wilk d»»»
Prime Minister meets Iranian Foreign Minister
New York: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met today with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran HE Abbas Araghchi, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. »»»
Vucic, Macron meet in New York
NEW YORK - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, who is attending the UN General Assembly session in New York, met with French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday. "When, between two meetings, you literally run into a friend. With President Macron, in passing, as both of us were on the way to our ne»»»
Trump signs US-Denmark-Greenland agreement to bolster Arctic security
Trump touts new Arctic pact as US plans two major bases on mineral-rich island US President Donald Trump has signed an agreement with Denmark and Greenland aimed at strengthening Arctic and North Atlantic security, easing tensions over his repeated calls for Greenland to become part of the United S»»»
Sea taxis, floating recreation and marine delivery approved as Kuwait business activities
New activities include marine training, sea delivery services and floating recreation Dubai: Kuwait has approved seven new commercial activities, including sea taxi services, marine training and floating recreational activities, as it expands the scope of businesses covered by the country’s economi»»»
Modern China Through the Eyes of the Balkans
Academics, diplomats, researchers, and experts from Albania, China, Italy, and North Macedonia gathered in Tirana on September 18 for the international conference "Observing Contemporary China from the Balkans: Dialogue and Reflections." The event, also attended by Albanian Daily News’ chief editor»»»
Spotlight - Trump admin's hardline deportation policy an 'attempt to break the global refugee and asylum system'
François Picard is pleased to welcome Washington Post national security reporter Adam Taylor. The Forbidden Stories consortium, involving France 24 and 25 other media outlets, has spent six months investigating the thousands of people abruptly deported from the United States to third countries»»»
Youth hackathon brings university talent into Jordan’s fintech ecosystem — CBJ
AMMAN — University students from across Jordan on Tuesday took part in a one-day fintech hackathon, developing technology-based solutions to real-world financial challenges ahead of the Jordan Fintech Festival 2026.The Youth Hackathon, conducted by Ahli Fintech in partnership with the Crown Prince »»»
Prime minister meets Iranian foreign minister
NEW YORK: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran HE Abbas Araghchi, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. During the»»»
France and Canada deepen economic and defense ties
French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have announced plans to deepen economic ties between their countries following a meeting at the weekend. Macron welcomed Carney in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, a French territory off the coast of Canada’s Newfoundland. The two le»»»
Trump at UN opposes global AI rules, calls them ‘globalist scheme’
Trump brands global AI rules a 'globalist scheme' in UN address US President Donald Trump on Tuesday firmly rejected calls for international supervision of artificial intelligence, calling them a "globalist scheme" to control the new technology. Speaking to the United Nations General Assembly, Trum»»»
UNGA chief calls for Security Council reform
NEW YORK: UN General Assembly President Khalilur Rahman has called on the Security Council to fulfilits responsibility for maintaining international peace and security. Speaking at the opening of the 81st session of the General Assembly in New York, Rahman said the Council needed to become more rep»»»
Finnish president tells Western Europe to calm down
Finnish President Alexander Stubb has pushed back against warnings from fellow European leaders that Russia could attack NATO in the near future, saying Helsinki’s intelligence sees no evidence of an imminent military threat. Moscow has repeatedly dismissed claims that it intends to attack NATO. Ru»»»
Is Home Battery Storage Worth It in the UK? Solar Savings vs Off-Peak Charging
A household with solar panels can charge a battery from surplus generation. Another might buy cheaper electricity overnight and use it later. Both strategies shift energy, but the cost of charging is different, so their savings should not be calculated in the same way. For UK households, solar batt»»»
Perspective - Greenland agreement 'doesn't really give the US many more rights', expert says
As the US, Denmark and Greenland itself sign an agreement on Greenland's security, we've been asking what difference it will actually make. Our expert says the deal won't really give the US many more rights, but that US President Donald Trump wanted to prevent at all costs the tiny risk of Gre»»»
Employee Recognition Programs Strengthen Modern Workplace Culture
Workplace loyalty looks different than it did a decade ago. Distributed teams, asynchronous schedules, and shorter tenures have changed how employees relate to their employers, and many organizations are discovering that pay alone no longer guarantees commitment. As leadership teams search for ways»»»
Trump Uses 81st UN Address to Justify US Criminality and Deliver More Threats against Iran - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Macut receives Germany's new ambassador to Belgrade
BELGRADE - Serbian caretaker PM Djuro Macut met with Germany's newly-appointed ambassador to Belgrade Anke Holstein on Tuesday to discuss advancement of bilateral relations and deepening of cooperation in areas of common interest. "Macut underlined that Germany is one of Serbia’s most important pol»»»
Vucic: I will speak about who, and when, opened Pandora's box of disrespect for UN Charter
NEW YORK - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Tuesday in New York that, in his address at the UN General Assembly, he would speak about who, and when, had opened Pandora's box of disrespect for the UN Charter. Vucic is due to speak on Wednesday. Small countries cannot change much, but what »»»
Ukraine Conflict to Be Resolved ‘More Quickly than People Understand’ - Trump
US President Donald Trump has stated that the conflict in Ukraine will end sooner than many expect. “We’re working very closely with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine, and we will get that one done. It’s going to happen, I think, more quickly than people understand. They’ve had it,” US President Do»»»
Dutch fossil-fuel exit plan shows EU struggle to set binding deadlines
The fossil fuel phase-out plan recently announced by the Netherlands has triggered questions and scrutiny from experts and green groups – amid a broader pushback against climate neutrality targets in the EU. The plan, published by the Dutch government on Tuesday (15 September), has drawn harsh crit»»»
Pilots’ off-duty dispute leaves Air New Zealand passengers waiting more than 14 hours
Pilots’ off-duty dispute leaves Air New Zealand passengers waiting more than 14 hours San Francisco: An Air New Zealand flight from San Francisco to Auckland was delayed by more than 14 hours after a dispute involving two pilots forced the airline to change the flight crew and bring in a replacemen»»»
No more updating the same documents at every bank? UAE platform planned
System aims to reduce repeated document submissions across multiple banks Abu Dhabi: The UAE banking sector is working on a unified digital platform that would allow customers’ personal information and documents to be updated automatically, reducing the need for people to submit the same records se»»»
Vucic: I will speak about who, and when, opened Pandora's box
NEW YORK - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Tuesday in New York that, in his address at the UN General Assembly, he would speak about who, and when, had opened Pandora's box of disrespect for the UN Charter. Vucic is due to speak on Wednesday. Small countries cannot change much, but what »»»
Hungarian central bank makes a move towards the euro
Hungary’s central bank has decided to lower its medium-term inflation target from 3 per cent to 2.5 per cent from 2028, a move that could support Hungary euro adoption by bringing domestic monetary policy closer to conditions prevailing in the euro area. However, several other economic, fiscal and »»»
Expert: Higher volumes and shipments spread over time
Volumes are growing, but in the face of geopolitical challenges and regulatory change, companies are shipping their goods earlier and adjusting their transport strategies to build greater supply chain resilience. These are the key conclusions from this year's shipping peaks. They are visible in sea»»»
Summer 2026 was hottest on record in Tunisia since 1950
TUNIS, September 22 (TAP) – Summer 2026 was the hottest recorded in Tunisia since 1950, with a 2.9°C deviation from the climate normal (1991-2020). Several new temperature records were also recorded during this period, highlighting the exceptional...»»»
Trump warns Iran at UN: ‘Big decision’ looms — deal or military action?
US president claims Iran’s power curbed, vows to keep pressure and options open US President Donald Trump used his United Nations General Assembly address on Tuesday to issue a fresh warning to Iran, saying he faces a “big decision” over whether to pursue a deal with Tehran or take further military»»»
White House launches ‘Trump TV.’ What is it?
The White House has launched a round-the-clock livestream dubbed “TRUMP TV: The Essentials Station,” featuring presidential speeches, announcements and curated administration highlights amid an escalating dispute with several major US news organizations. The stream went live at 7 PM ET on Monday on»»»