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
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 selling syndicated loans globally to raise capital; Portfolios already circulated to would-be buyers; Some sales already completed
October 15, 2011 4:28
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 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
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 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 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
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
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 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
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
The diamond industry poses potential for growth. But historically it comes with dangerous liaisons. Jacqueline Gomes reports.
July 19, 2011 1:21
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
Move based on safety concerns, not UN sanctions.
July 7, 2010 2:15