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EU to ban EIB investments in Syria

European Union governments agreed on Wednesday to stop Syria accessing funds from the European Investment Bank, diplomats said, in their latest bid to press Damascus to stop its violent crackdown on pro-democracy protesters.

November 10, 2011 10:57
 

US discusses new Iran sanctions with EU allies

The US is seeking European support for tougher sanctions on Iran in response to an alleged plot to kill the Saudi ambassador to Washington, a senior US official said on Monday.

October 25, 2011 6:33
 

French banks sell global loan portfolios

French banks selling syndicated loans globally to raise capital; Portfolios already circulated to would-be buyers; Some sales already completed

October 15, 2011 4:28
 

Turkey looks east as EU accession prospect recedes

Cold-shouldered by the European Union it wants to join, NATO member Turkey is turning east politically and economically for the respect it feels it lacks in the West.

October 13, 2011 10:50
 

EU to extend Belarus, Iran, Syria sanctions

EU to add 16 names to Belarus sanctions list; Another 29 Iranians targeted over rights; Syrian Commercial Bank to be added to target list

October 9, 2011 6:00
 

EU names adviser to help resolve Camp Ashraf issueEU names adviser to help resolve Camp Ashraf issue

Adviser to work with U.N., Iraq and EU states; EU says safety of camp residents a priority; Camp is home to more than 3,000 opponents of Iran government

September 27, 2011 11:19
 

Syria bans imports to save foreign currency

Syria says it wants to preserve foreign reserves, boost local industry; Businessmen say ban damages already hard-hit confidence; EU sanctions hit Syria's main mobile operator and its largest company

September 25, 2011 9:52
 

EU sanctions target mobile phone Syriatel

EU sanctions hit Syria's main mobile phone operator; Military's investments also targeted; Syrian government's access to cash impacted further

September 24, 2011 4:48
 

Syria, unable to buy fuel, tries barter

Gasoil tender failing to attract any sellers; Logistical restrictions making supply near-impossible; Supply of LPG may be a lifeline

September 24, 2011 4:37
 

Germany EIH Bank takes legal move to unfreeze assets

German trading bank Europaeisch-Iranische Handelsbank AG (EIH) confirmed on Friday it had filed a suit at the European Court of Justice challenging the EU's decision to freeze its assets after it processed Indian payments for Iranian oil.

September 24, 2011 4:34
 
Turkey’s tough foreign policy talk may backfire

Turkey’s tough foreign policy talk may backfire

Turkey raises stakes in Mediterranean over Cyprus. But threats to send warships may hurt its EU bid. Even Washington urges Turkey-Israel reconciliation.

September 21, 2011 11:49
 
Unfazed—Business as usual for foreign oil companies in Syria…for now

Unfazed—Business as usual for foreign oil companies in Syria…for now

Efficient bureaucracy lured foreign companies to Syria and despite recent oil company-focused extremist attacks, these firms believe whoever wins this battle will continue to respect their presence in the country.

August 4, 2011 12:33
 
Diamond in the rough

Diamond in the rough

The diamond industry poses potential for growth. But historically it comes with dangerous liaisons. Jacqueline Gomes reports.

July 19, 2011 1:21
 
EU extends Syria sanctions as violence continues –diplomat

EU extends Syria sanctions as violence continues –diplomat

Violent suppression of dissent in Syria has caused EU to extend sanctions on the country. Conditions worsen with roads in Aleppo being blocked and civilian losses recorded. Reuters reports.

June 22, 2011 2:55
 

EU bans most Iran Air jets

Move based on safety concerns, not UN sanctions.

July 7, 2010 2:15