Doha, Qatar: The twelfth annual Gulf Studies Forum concluded in Doha yesterday. The forum was organised by the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies and held over two days. This year’s forum was structured around two parallel tracks: the first examining “Arab Gulf States and Transformations i»»»

Iran on Sunday said its armed forces are in full readiness to deal with any emergency, while reiterating its continued contacts with the International Atomic Energy Agency to reach a solution to its nuclear file. On Sunday, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei denied the presence of»»»

The average net salary in Romania stood at 5,492 lei, in October, up 4.3% compared to the same period last year, with the highest values recorded in information technology service activities (11,810 lei), according to data published on Friday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).At the opp»»»

Romania saved, by means of hard measures, less than half of what it could save by VAT incomes at EU27 level. At the same time, reducing VAT gap to 9.5% would bring additional incomes of 1.4% to GDP, according to Social Monitor data, a project of Friedrich Ebert Romania foundation. “Romania has by f»»»

Net investments in the national economy amounted to 143.196 billion lei between January 1 and September 30, 2025, up 3.9% compared to the same period last year, according to provisional data released by the the National Institute of Statistics (INS) on Friday.By sector, growth was recorded in new c»»»

Romania did not collect about 35% of the estimated profit tax for 2019, the year analyzed by a European Commission report, the non-collection rate being three times higher than the average rate estimated at 10.9% of the 23 EU member states included in the analysis, representatives of consulting com»»»

Violating international sanctions, such as failing to comply with the freezing of financial funds or continuing transactions with a country targeted by the respective penalties, constitutes a crime and can be punished with imprisonment from one to five years, according to the law promulgated on Fri»»»

Romania's annual inflation rate held steady at 9.8% in November, with services up 10.99%, non-food goods 10.73% and food products 7.64%, according to data published on Friday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS)."The consumer price index in November 2025 compared with October 2025 was 100.»»»

The BlueSpace Technology company presented on Friday the prototype of the first armored vehicle made entirely in Romania, and the first vehicle intended for series production could be ready at the end of the first quarter of 2026."The way in which public opinion reacted to VLAH, the first armored v»»»

The reconstruction of Ukraine is a continental project whose success will influence the economic and security landscape of Europe, Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare said on Thursday at the "Rebuilding Ukraine: Security, Opportunities, Investment" conference."The reconstruction of Ukraine is a conti»»»

Several thousand people protest on Saturday evening in Victoriei Square in the capital city Bucharest, showing banners and chanting messages in support of an independent justice system, and demanding the resignation of the current president of the High Court of Cassation and Justice (ICCJ), Lia Sav»»»

Romania cannot progress if one of the state's fundamental powers loses credibility, the Romanian Business Leaders (RBL) organisation warns, urging judicial institutions, professional magistrates' associations and good-faith colleagues to take a stand and call for clear, swift, and thorough investig»»»

More than 12,000 people have signed, so far, an online petition launched by the Declic community calling for the urgent dismissal of Catalin Predoiu from the offices of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, while accusing him of being the main political responsible for the "disastrous" st»»»

Hundreds of prosecutors and judges have signed so far the message supporting the magistrates who had the courage to make disclosures in the Recorder investigation about the serious problems in the justice system.European Prosecutor's Office chief prosecutor Laura Codruta Kovesi heads the list."We a»»»

The Judges' Section of the Superior Council of Magistracy (CSM) on Friday informed about its decision to notify the Judicial Inspection to verify the irregularities in the justice system signaled by the documentary made by Recorder, an independent Romanian investigative NGO specialising in video an»»»

Dubai: Malayalam superstar Mohanlal is facing renewed criticism after appearing in a cameo in Dileep’s upcoming film Bha Bha Ba, just days after Dileep was acquitted in the high-profile 2017 actor assault case. The cameo has reignited debate over accountability, gender sensitivity, and professional»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in cooperation with Modern Home, Belkin products dealership in Qatar, announced the recall of BPB002 Belkin Boost Charge USB-C PD Power Bank 20K, manufactured in China, 2021, and MMA008 Auto-Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit for iPhone, manufactured»»»

Doha, Qatar: University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) represented Qatar at the 10th World InterUniversities Championships in Barcelona, Spain. Competing against over 5,000 athletes from top universities worldwide, UDST participated in male football, male badminton, male swimming, male t»»»

Doha, Qatar: A leading Arabic NLP researcher, Houda Bouamor (pictured) outlines the key challenges for AI in the Middle East—and how CMU-Q is building a new generation of talent to meet them. The future of artificial intelligence in the Middle East hinges on solving its “inclusion” problem, accordi»»»

The US has lifted sanctions on a Brazilian judge who led investigations into Jair Bolsonaro, days after a bill which would cut the former president's jail sentence passed a major hurdle. Bolsonaro is serving a 27-year sentence for plotting a coup after he lost the 2022 election, but would see his t»»»

Skopje 13 December 2025 (MIA) - Macedonian delegation, headed by Minister of Energy, Mining, and Mineral Resources Sanja Bozhinovska, along with the oil and gas sector team and executives from Nomagas, MEMO, and MEPSO, visited Belgrade at the invitation of Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy Dubr»»»

Authorities have seized a large quantity of cocaine, estimated by police to exceed one tonne, on a Greek-owned vessel, Kathimerini has learned. The investigation was carried out by Greece’s Narcotics Division in cooperation with the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). According to sources, th»»»

Dubai: A civil court in Dubai has ruled that a man must pay Dh239,000 plus legal interest and damages to his former partner after he failed to honour his promise to repay loans she took out to fund an alleged business venture. The dispute came before the Dubai Civil Court of First Instance after th»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) announced it has been named the World’s Leading Airport Duty Free Operator 2025 at the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala, held on December 6, 2025, at Exhibition World in Bahrain. This is the highest award in the category, recognising Qatar Duty Free’s outstand»»»

Doha, Qatar: Over the course of an entire week, the Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center organised a series of lectures for the Indonesian community, which were attended by hundreds. The topics varied between preaching and Islamic jurisprudence, as the Center is keen to host s»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ambassador of UK to Qatar H E Neerav Patel has congratulated Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and the people of Qatar on the occasion of Qatar National Day. In a message, the Ambassador said, “On behalf of the United Kingdom, I extend heartfelt congratulations to the Amir H»»»

Doha, Qatar: CEO and Publisher of the Herald Media Group, Jin Young Choi, has emphasised that credibility remains the bedrock of journalistic influence, particularly highlighting print media’s enduring values, in-depth reporting, and gravitas as its core strengths to adapt and achieve a complementa»»»

Doha, Qatar: The management and students of The Next Generation (TNG) School, Al Daayen Campus, welcomed distinguished guests from the Embassy of Pakistan to their school. The delegation included Atiya Iqbal, Deputy Head of Mission, and Osama Idrees, Community Welfare Attaché. The visit was part of»»»

Tensions between Lebanon and Iran have reached unprecedented levels, reflecting a shift in how Beirut views its ties with Tehran, especially when it comes to Hezbollah’s arsenal and Iranian meddling in Lebanese internal affairs. The tensions are not just playing out in the media, but in official po»»»

Dubai: The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts have expanded their suite of services for complex digital and financial disputes, announcing the introduction of digital custodian and blockchain intelligence tools through regulated third-party providers. The move forms part of the newl»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Doha International Music and Marching Festival (Doha Tattoo) is set to begin this week. Residents and visitors can now secure their tickets ahead for the four-day programmetaking place on December 16, 17, 19 and 20, 2025 at Katara Cultural Village. This edition will bring together »»»

Dubai: A few flights between the UAE and Delhi have been delayed or cancelled due to dense fog that continues to blanket the region. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.UAE-based passengers travelling to India’s capital have been advised to check their flight status before»»»

Doha: Qatar hosted yesterday the 42nd session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Housing and Construction, chaired by Minister of Social Development and Family, H E Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi. In her remarks, Al Nuaimi said it was an honour for Qatar to assume the presidency of the counci»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Digital Incubation Center (DIC) under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) announced the signing of an agreement with Ibtechar Digital Solutions LLC, supported by AlchemistX and Innovation Foundry. The initiative aims to develop and implement the operati»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Day is an opportunity to honour the legacy of Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani and to reflect on the values that continue to shape modern Qatar: unity, resilience, and a deep commitment to progress grounded in cultural identity, the Ambassador of Germany H E Oliver O»»»

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro could be forgiven for wondering who his true friends are. Once rock solid, his reliance on his two main allies - China and Russia - now appears increasingly uncertain. For years, both countries supported Venezuela's socialist-led government politically, financial»»»

Starting January 1, 2026, Bulgarian State Railways (BDZ) ticket offices will accept cash payments in both Bulgarian levs and euros, in line with the country’s adoption of the euro. This transitional period will continue until January 31, after which only euro payments will be accepted from February»»»

The US firm behind the Roomba smart vacuum cleaner, iRobot, has filed for bankruptcy protection after facing competition from Chinese rivals and being hit by tariffs. Under the so-called pre-packaged Chapter 11 process, the main manufacturer of its devices, Shenzhen-based Picea Robotics, will take »»»

Dubai: A woman has been ordered by an Abu Dhabi court to pay Dh10,900 to a car rental company after she failed to settle outstanding charges following the expiry of a fixed‑term rental agreement. The dispute arose after the woman rented a vehicle under a specified contract but did not pay all of th»»»

Doha, Qatar: Visit Qatar has announced the return of the 25N51E Music Festival, taking place on January 30, 2026 at the iconic Stadium 974, bringing one of Qatar’s most exciting electronic-dance music experiences to life with an extraordinary lineup of international artists across two dynamic stage»»»

Doha, Qatar: With 68 players and referees taking part, and dozens more cheering, the cricket league for the Sri Lankan community has kicked off. The Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center organises this programme in response to the need of these communities for recreational acti»»»

Doha, Qatar: Congratulating Qatar on National Day, Ambassador of Pakistan to Qatar H E Muhammad Aamer has said that Qatar’s National Day is a proud celebration of unity, resilience and national progress. “On the auspicious occasion of the National Day of the State of Qatar, I extend, on behalf of t»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center has launched a specialised training programme in the Republic of Mauritius aimed at developing the skills of Arabic language teachers. The programme features the participation of ten male and female educators and reflects t»»»

A drone strike Sunday on an army hospital in the besieged southern Sudan city of Dilling left "seven civilians dead and 12 injured", a health worker at the facility told AFP. The victims included patients and their companions, the medic said on condition of anonymity, explaining that the army hospi»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Social and Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM) is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its establishment. Marking a journey of achievement in supporting projects and programmes that contribute to enhancing social, sports and cultural development in the State of Qatar. DAAM was founded pu»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Meera Consumer Goods Company, inaugurated the Local Farmers Market Festival on Thursday at its Ain Khaled branch, in the presence of Hassan bin Sultan Al-Ghanim, Assistant Undersecretary for Consumer Affairs at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and Jassim Mohammed Al Ansari, Ch»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar National Day celebrations are an extraordinary occasion for the government and the people of Qatar to feel proud and enjoy all the achievements and the progress the country has made over the years, said Ambassador of Portugal to Qatar H E Paulo Neves Pocinho. In a message on »»»

1 of 3 | People Power Party floor leader Song Eon-seok holds a press briefing on current issues at the National Assembly on the 14th./Reporter Song Ui-joo Dec. 15 (Asia Today) -- Song Eon-seok, floor leader of South Korea's ruling People Power Party, called Sunday for appointing a special prosecuto»»»

South Korean special prosecutors concluded Monday that former President Yoon Suk Yeol began preparations for his short-lived martial law declaration more than a year in advance. This photo shows police guarding the National Assembly building on Dec. 4, 2024, shortly after Yoon's declaration. File P»»»

Abu Dhabi: An Abu Dhabi court has ruled in favour of a man who sued his friend for failing to return Dh150,000 entrusted to him, ordering the defendant to repay the amount along with Dh20,000 in compensation for material and moral damages. According to Emarat Al Youm, the case was brought before th»»»