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Merz Downplays Ukraine’s EU Membership Prospects

MENAFN · July 20, 2025

(MENAFN) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has minimized the likelihood of Ukraine joining the European Union anytime soon, emphasizing that it is improbable during the current budgetary cycle of the bloc, which extends until 2034. Some EU...

Prabowo updates Jokowi on Indonesia-EU CEPA, shares Brussels visit

Antara · July 20, 2025

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto briefed his predecessor Joko Widodo (Jokowi) on the completion of the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IEU-CEPA) during a visit to the seventh...

‘Farage collapsed the economy with Brexit, and faced no consequences’ – Stephen Flynn

The London Economic · July 20, 2025

Moments after Nigel Farage had finished speaking to Laura Kuenssberg in the BBC studios on Sunday, Stephen Flynn – sitting just a few metres away from the Reform leader – accused the populist politician of ‘collapsing the UK economy’ through his...

EU unveils 18th sanctions bundle against Moscow

MENAFN · July 19, 2025

(MENAFN) The European Union has finalized its 18th sanctions package against Russia in response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, focusing on Moscow’s energy and banking industries, announced EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas. The Kremlin...

India’s $15 bn oil exports to EU at risk amid new Russia sanctions

The Economic Times · July 20, 2025

India's petroleum product exports worth USD 15 billion to the European Union (EU) may be at risk as Brussels moves to restrict imports of Russian crude oil refined in third countries, economic think tank GTRI said. The 18th package of sanctions by...

3 Economic Events That Could Affect Your Portfolio This Week, July 21-25, 2025

Markets Insider ·

The S&P 500 (SPX) and the Nasdaq-100 (NDX) inched down from Thursday’s record highs, though still closing the week up 0.59% and 1.25%, respectively. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) finished the week nearly flat at –0.07%. Elevate Your...

Defense & Aerospace Report Podcast [Jul 20, ’25 Business Report]

Defense & Aerospace Report · July 20, 2025

On this week’s Defense & Aerospace Report Business Roundtable, sponsored by Bell, Dr. “Rocket” Ron Epstein of Bank of America Securities, Sash Tusa of the independent equity research firm Agency Partners, and Richard Aboulafia of the AeroDynamic...

How gold has become the lifeblood of Sudan’s war economy

Bangladesh Post ·

As the civil war in Sudan rages on, the devastation is increasingly measured in troy ounces and metric tonnes. Before the conflict began, the country officially produced 87 tonnes of gold annually, a figure that plummeted to just 2 tonnes within...

EU Envoy to India clarifies sanctions on Russia, says no disruption to global supply, purchases

Times of Oman ·

New Delhi: The European Union's recent sanctions on Russian oil, energy, banking and defence industries are aimed at degrading Moscow's "war economy" while preserving global oil market stability, said Ambassador of the Delegation of the European...

EU Envoy Praises Humanitarian Gaza Diplomacy, And Signals Momentum On Palestine Recognition

MENAFN · July 19, 2025

(MENAFN- Amman Net) In a candid and far-reaching lecture delivered at the Bristol Hotel in Amman, the European Union's ambassador to Jordan, Pierre-Christophe Chatzisavas, outlined the EU's evolving role in global diplomacy, spotlighting growing...

Washington State Budget Triggers Higher Business, Capital Gains and Estate Taxes in 2025

JD Supra - California · July 16, 2025

Starting in 2025, taxes are going up in the state of Washington. This is particularly true for large service businesses, estates and individuals earning capital gains. There is also an important change to the tax classification for certain service...

UN Human Rights Chief: Over 1.9 Million Afghans Deported from Iran and Pakistan

Khaama Press · July 19, 2025

Over 1.9 million Afghan migrants were deported from Iran and Pakistan in seven months, prompting UN calls to halt forced, unsafe returns immediately. Volker Türk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, has reported that more than...

Oil Trouble Ahead: EU Turns Off Tap On India’s Russian-Crude Refined Exports

ABP Live · July 20, 2025

India's petroleum product exports worth USD 15 billion to the European Union (EU) may be at risk as Brussels moves to restrict imports of Russian crude oil refined in third countries, economic think tank GTRI said. The 18th package of sanctions by...

Fifty shades of China–EU relations

Eurasia Magazine ·

Naturally, the United States will remain an important pole in this new international system, but exactly what role it will occupy is still unclear, as the new order is only just beginning to form. The US has moved first—forcefully—and is now...

Indonesia's Sri Mulyani Urges Inclusive Global Financial Reform at G20 Meeting

Tempo.co · July 20, 2025

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Finance Minister Sri Mulyani emphasized the importance of inclusive global financial architecture. She conveyed this during the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) Meeting in South Africa. According to Sri...

EU adopts new sanctions package targeting Russia's energy, banking, military sectors

Yeni Safak ·

The EU on Friday adopted its 18th package of economic and individual sanctions against Russia, targeting Moscow's energy revenues, banking operations, military suppliers, and trade flows, while also tightening restrictions on Belarus. The latest...

Un Warns Of Rising Crime In Ukraine As War Rages On

The Nigerian Voice ·

Almost four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion, criminal groups in Ukraine are adapting their business models amid displacement, rising trafficking risks and an increased demand for synthetic drugs, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)...

Moneyweb launches G20-focused podcast hosted by Jeremy Maggs

Rising Sun Chatsworth ·

As South Africa prepares to host the G20 Summit for the first time on African soil, Moneyweb announced the launch of its new podcast: Mandates and Megaphones, hosted by veteran broadcaster Jeremy Maggs. Launching on Monday, 21 July 2025, this...

AP Business SummaryBrief at 9:15 a.m. EDT

Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota ·

Tech company CEO resigns after controversy over video captured at Coldplay concert A tech company CEO has resigned after controversy over a video captured on the big screen at a Coldplay concert. Andy Byron resigned from his job as CEO of...

Is EU easing Schengen visa rules for more countries?

Gulf News ·

Why this matters for global travellers Familiarity builds trust. Those who consistently follow the rules are now being rewarded with fewer hurdles and more travel freedom. Boost for smart travel. Regular flyers — whether for family, education, or...