The US House approved $70 billion in funding for immigration enforcement through 2028, following Senate approval and amid controversy over ICE operations.
A U.S. federal judge invalidated the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, ruling it an unlawful tax beyond executive authority, with major implications for corporate hiring strategies.
US Treasury extends deadline for MOL to complete negotiations for acquiring Gazprom’s stake in Serbian oil refiner NIS, amid sanctions and regional energy shifts.
Paxtakor Football Club posted a 50.8 billion sum loss and 17 billion sum tax debt in 2025, challenging its financial sustainability and privatization plans.
London hosted two large, opposing marches on migration and Palestinian rights, highlighting political divides and challenges for UK leadership amid social tensions.
Russia has simplified citizenship acquisition for residents of the unrecognized Transnistria region, removing language and history exam requirements under a new presidential decree.
Poland has signed a €44 billion EU loan agreement under the Security Action for Europe program to modernize its defense forces, despite presidential veto and political debate.
Uzbek banks saw strong deposit growth in Q1 2026, with Octobank leading a 416% surge, reflecting increased client confidence and liquidity in the sector.
Uzbek payment firms Paynet, Payme, and Click report varied profit growth in Q1 2026, with Paynet leading due to a one-time dividend inflow following its Humo acquisition.
Tencent and Kaspi.kz’s leadership acquired about 6 million ADS shares, strengthening the fintech’s shareholder base and signaling confidence in growth strategy.