US, Russian defense chiefs discuss ‘de-conflict’ in Syria
The US and Russia's heads of defense have discussed ways to tackle the Syrian conflict amid a Russian military buildup in the country. The conversation follows Kremlin's announcement that it…
US accuses Volkswagen of evading clean air standards
US regulators have called German carmaker Volkswagen out for intentionally violating clean air standards. If the allegations are true, the Wolfsburg-based company could face billions of dollars in fines. The…
CBE conducts survey to determine financial excluded
Study aims to identify the reasons of financial exclusion, as well as to reach a national strategy to apply the concept of financial inclusion, says Mai Abol Naga
Egypt returned to international markets through Eurobond issuance: IMF Mission Chief
CBE policies would improve the availability of foreign exchange, strengthen competitiveness, support exports and tourism, and attract foreign direct investment, says Jarvis
Refugees and tourists in Budapest
Even with Hungary's border to Serbia now closed, thousands of refugees are still inside the country. Many are in Budapest, hoping they might still somehow catch a train headed for…
Spy museum opens in Berlin
Hidden cameras and lipstick pistols - the Spy Museum Berlin introduces visitors to the world of espionage. The Spy Museum Berlin opens its doors on Leipziger Platz square on Saturday,…
CBE fixes its basic return rates
“The MPC decision was highly expected in light of CBE’s keenness to activate investment, move the economy and not to increase the burdens of local debt,” said Haitham Abdel Fattah
Egypt ranks second in Most Powerful Arab Women in Government for 2015: Forbes Middle East
Egypt continues to lead the pack, with 18% of candidates
Deutsche Bank to trim business in Russia
Germany's biggest bank has announced it would close its onshore corporate banking and securities business in Russia amid a strategy change aimed at reducing complexity, costs, risks and capital consumption.…
German filmmakers grab gold, silver and bronze at student Oscars
These three directors from Germany were selected among a record number of submissions, coming from 93 foreign film schools. The winner of the Best Foreign Film directed his movie amidst…