Israel's airstrikes on Iran escalate tensions amid US-led efforts to negotiate a peace deal, posing strategic challenges for businesses tied to the Middle East.
Finland has seized €3.7 million in Russian assets following Naftogaz’s efforts to enforce a $5 billion arbitration ruling related to seized Crimean property.
Rheinmetall signs a €5.7 billion contract with Romania to supply military hardware, funded by the EU's Security Action for Europe program, marking significant strategic and industrial cooperation.
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.
Iran mandates detailed vessel information declaration for tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating US-Iran tensions and potential transit fees.
President Trump announces promising US-Iran negotiations with potential nuclear agreement; businesses should monitor evolving sanctions and geopolitical risks.
Nicolas Sarkozy has been granted early release in the 2012 campaign finance overspending case, reflecting a reduced sentence and consideration of his age.
The UK plans to join the EU's €90 billion loan program for Ukraine, enhancing financial support and defense cooperation while opening opportunities for British defense firms.
Germany risks recession in 2026 if the EU retaliates against U.S. auto tariffs, warns Munich's ifo Institute amid escalating trade tensions.
Effective April 15, Uzbek banks must maintain a minimum balance of 1.236 million soms during automatic credit card deductions, preventing full depletion of customer funds.
Uzbekistan accelerates Asakabank's privatization, transferring non-core assets and injecting $95M capital to streamline operations ahead of market-driven ownership by 2026.