Pakistan, Malaysia explore opportunities in blockchain technology
Celina Ali Islamabad: In a pivotal step toward strengthening regional cooperation in the digital economy, the Foreign Minister of Malaysia...
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Portugal starts clock on two-stage offshore wind tender
Lisbon: Portugal has opted for a two-stage auction model for its inaugural offshore wind tender and has set itself time...
The EU policy on China will remain based on “de-risking” rather than “de-coupling.”
Brussels: Despite the latest developments, the EU's policy on China will remain based on "de-risking" rather than "decoupling", Brussels has...
Italy-Saudi ties go strategic: the Business Council in Milan
Rome: Italy and Saudi Arabia are deepening their strategic cooperation through business, culture, and infrastructure, with the Saudi-Italian Business Council...
Italy: Landmark decision on the taxation of indirect lending
Rome: The Italian Supreme Court, in Decision No 4427/25, has overturned the restrictive approach of the Italian Revenue Agency in...
Henan kicks off 2025 with strong economic performance in Q1
Henan Daily Zhengzhou: On April 18, Henan Provincial Bureau of Statistics released data on the province's economic performance for the...
Growing concerns over UK’s ‘forever chemicals’; cost of clean-up may top US$12b a year
Birmingham: Concerns are growing in Britain over toxic so-called “forever chemicals” in the environment, and the spiraling cost of potential...
Gatwick worst for delays among UK airports
London: Gatwick has retained its position as the UK's worst airport for flight delays, as it continues to suffer from...
Portuguese companies ‘sacrificing’ profits
Lisbon: More than 80% of companies will not pass on the increase in tariffs to the US in the final...
EU says it will enforce digital rules irrespective of CEO and location
Brussels: The European Union is determined to enforce its full digital rule book no matter who is in charge of...
Inauguration of PIA’s Flight from Lahore to Baku
Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Sunday launched its inaugural flight from Lahore to Baku, Azerbaijan, under flight...
China expected to achieve higher grain output in 2025
Henan Daily Zhengzhou: China is poised to see a further increase in its grain output in 2025, building on last...
Resilient Chinese economy injects certainty into the world amid rising protectionism
Henan Daily Zhengzhou: Despite headwinds of rising protectionism, increasing signals point to a good start for China's economy for the...
Why the UK’s electricity costs are so high – and what can be done about it
London: One of Labour’s key election promises was to cut energy bills by £300 a year by 2030 while making...
Pakistan to host first Digital Foreign Direct Investment forum in Islamabad
Pakistan’s first digital foreign direct investment forum, a historic joint initiative between the government of Pakistan and the Digital Cooperation...
Pakistan’s central bank launches ‘Go Cashless’ drive at Karachi mall to promote digital economy
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Saturday launched its “Go Cashless” campaign in the southern Karachi port city, aiming...
Trade War Tensions: The Toll on China’s Corporate Giants
China has warned that Trump’s tariffs could lead to a global trade war and that the increased costs will be...
Nearly 40% of Bulgarians Unable to Save, Indebtedness Rising
According to recent data from the Trend Research Center, shared during the "Personal Finance" event by Money.bg, 38% of Bulgarians...
Italy Digital Services Tax under US pressure
Following meetings between Italian Prime Minister Meloni and US President Trump, their governments have issued a statement against “discriminatory” taxes...
Pakistan, Bangladesh advance bilateral ties with direct shipping, air links
Next round of Consultations will be held in Islamabad in 2026 Recognizing connectivity as a priority, Pakistan and Bangladesh have...
Pakistan Launches Feasibility Study for an Int’l Airport in Azad Kashmir
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced the establishment of an international airport in Mirpur.The project would improve access for over a...
Portugal receives more from EU than it pays in
The European Union (EU) sends more money to Portugal than the country has to transfer to Brussels, in the form...
US, Italy call IMEC ‘top economic, connectivity project of this century’
The US and Italy will work together to develop the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), one of the greatest economic...
Bulgaria, Shell signs Black Sea energy agreement
Shell has signed a contract with the Bulgarian government granting it rights to explore oil and gas in the Black...
Govt to launch new bidding process for sale of PIA’s 51-100% stake next week
Islamabad: The government will seek expressions of interest next week for the sale of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), the Ministry...
China Mobile explores strategic partnership opportunities at NUST
Celina Ali Islamabad: A high-level delegation from China Mobile Communications Corporation (CMCC), led by Executive Director and Chairman Mr. Yang...
One year, 200 trains: China-Laos Railway links Zhengzhou with Laos
Henan Daily Zhengzhou: At 6:50 a.m. on April 14, a China-Laos Railway international freight train (No. 80031), loaded with 37...
Ishaq Dar vows to strong Pakistan-UK partnership
Celina Ali Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday reiterated Pakistan's commitment to a strong, broad-based, multifaceted Pakistan-UK partnership....
Portugal stocks higher at close of trade; PSI up 0.59%
Lisbon: Portugal stocks were higher after the close on Wednesday, as gains in the Utilities, Consumer Services and Basic Materials...
Italy and India deepen defence ties with new industry pact
Rome: The Italian Federation of Aerospace, Defence, and Security Companies (AIAD) and the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) signed...
