G20 knocks out G7 agendas
THE G20 summit in Rio earlier this week offered the quite intriguing spectacle of a deeply divided world, geopolitically and geoeconomically, trying to put on a brave 鈥榟oliday in the sun鈥� face...
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ECB warns of growing eurozone sovereign debt risks
The European Central Bank warned Wednesday that sovereign debt risks are growing in the eurozone at a time of heightened political uncertainty and muted economic performance...
RMG exports from Bangladesh to EU rise in Sept
Bangladesh鈥檚 apparel exports to the European Union in September rose by 6.9 per cent year-on-year to 1.53 billion euros, up from 1.43 billion euros in the same period of 2023, driven largely by knitwear, while woven garments posted slightly slower growth...
European stocks slide on fears of Russia-Ukraine escalation
European stock markets slid Tuesday on fears of escalation in the Russia-Ukraine war after president Vladimir Putin broadened rules on his country鈥檚 use of nuclear arms, analysts said...
27 EU envoys to meet Bangladesh interim govt head Yunus soon
Interim government chief adviser Muhammad Yunus on Sunday said that 27 ambassadors of all the countries of European Union鈥�20 of them stationed in New Delhi and the rest seven in...
EU sees eurozone growth ticking up in 2025, but risks loom
The European Commission on Friday predicted economic growth to pick up slightly and inflation to keep falling in the eurozone next year, while warning of growing risks linked to geopolitical tensions.
France seeks to block EU-Mercosur pact by 鈥榓ll means鈥�
France鈥檚 finance minister on Thursday said his government is doing everything it can to block the adoption of a trade pact between the European Union and four South American countries...
Kids feel less family support, more school pressure: WHO
Youths in Europe, Canada and Central Asia feel less family support and more school pressure than before, the World Health Organisation warned Wednesday, urging countries to improve teens鈥� social environments...
Georgia president calls for fresh election after contested vote
Georgian president Salome Zurabishvili on Monday called for fresh parliamentary elections to resolve a crisis sparked by last month鈥檚 vote denounced by the opposition as rigged in favour of the ruling party.
European businesses brace for Trump return
The return of Donald Trump and his protectionist agenda to the White House will likely rock US trade relations with the world, including Europe.
Israeli football fans home after 'frightening' Amsterdam violence
Fresh off a flight home, Israeli football fans back from Amsterdam recalled on Friday clashes and violence they said targeted Jewish people following a Europa League match.
Dutch, Israeli leaders condemn clashes in Amsterdam after football match
Dutch and Israeli leaders on Friday condemned 鈥榓nti-Semitic鈥� clashes that erupted after a Europa League football match in Amsterdam overnight, with Israel sending rescue planes for their citizens.
EU assures Prof Yunus of all support
The European Union is ready to support Bangladesh鈥檚 interim government headed by chief adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus in every possible way in its reform initiatives and...
EU assures Bangladesh鈥檚 interim govt chief of all support
The European Union is ready to support Bangladesh鈥檚 interim government headed by chief adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus in every possible way in its reform initiatives and fight against corruption.
Japan and EU announce new defence pact
Japan and the European Union announced a sweeping new security and defence partnership in Tokyo on Friday, which EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell hailed as a historic and...
Beijing files WTO complaint over EU鈥檚 new taxes on Chinese EVs
Beijing said Wednesday it had lodged a complaint with the World Trade Organization over the European Union鈥檚 decision to impose hefty tariffs on Chinese-made electric cars...
German consumer confidence improves: survey
The mood of German consumers is improving as they head into November but remains 鈥榚xtremely low鈥� amid war in Europe and corporate crises at home, a key survey showed Tuesday...
EU, UK strike deal on future competition coop
Britain and the EU reached an agreement on Tuesday that will allow the two sides鈥� regulators to work closely together on competition matters...
EU eyes right process towards Bangladesh polls; also mindful of rule of law
Acknowledging the broader support and popularity of the interim government, ambassador of the European Union to Bangladesh Michael Miller has said that there has to be democratic elections at the end of the process, leading to a new parliament and a government with people鈥檚 mandate staying mindful of the 鈥榬ule of law and respect鈥� for fundamental rights...
EU ready to support reform agenda: new envoy
The new European Union ambassador to Bangladesh Michael Miller on Tuesday expressed the EU鈥檚 readiness to support the reform agenda of the interim government, led by...
EU announces 鈧�21.5m in humanitarian aid for Asia-Pacific region
The European Commission on Tuesday announced a new humanitarian aid package of 鈧�21.5 million for the Asia-Pacific region, bringing the total EU support to...
Football leagues, unions file EU complaint against FIFA in calendar dispute
Major bodies representing footballers and football clubs in Europe on Monday filed a complaint to the European Commission accusing FIFA of abusing its position over changes to the international match calendar and tournament expansions...
US, Europe stocks fall on US inflation data
Shares slipped in New York and Europe Thursday as the latest US inflation report strengthened the case for a slower pace of interest rate cuts...
German govt expects another recession in 2024: report
The German government has slashed its forecast and now expects Europe鈥檚 largest聽economy聽to shrink for a second year running as hopes for a consumption-driven recovery fizzle out, media reported Sunday...
Under-fire Ten Hag 鈥榯ogether鈥� with MU hierarchy
Erik ten Hag is adamant he still has the backing of Manchester United鈥檚 hierarchy as the under-fire boss prepares for a crucial Premier League clash at Aston Villa.
Maguire spares Man Utd's blushes as Chelsea, Tottenham win
Harry Maguire struck in the 91st minute to spare Manchester United's blushes as they rescued a 3-3 draw at Porto in the Europa League on Thursday, while Chelsea kickstarted their Conference League campaign with a home win.
EU supports with equipment to strengthen border security
The European Union is supporting border control personnel to detect and counter forged documents, identify thefts and other cross-border crimes, as well as to prevent irregular migration...
Ten Hag demands Man Utd response in Europa League
Manchester United will attempt to recover from another demoralising defeat that raised fresh questions over manager Erik ten Hag鈥檚 future as they head to Porto in the Europa League on Thursday...
EBFCI keen to invest in pharma, agri sectors
Bangladeshi expatriate businesses living in Europe have expressed their keen interest to invest in the country鈥檚 pharmaceuticals, healthcare, agriculture, processed food, education, technology, services sector and human resources development...
ACC sends 71 letters abroad, gets 27 replies
The Anti-Corruption Commission has so far sent 71 Mutual Legal Assistance Requests to different countries seeking cooperation for repatriating laundered money...