US lawmakers take next step on new Iran sanctions
Targets affiliates of Revolutionary Guard Corps; Could lead to sanctions on those who buy from NIOC, NITC; BP's Shah Deniz gas project would be excluded
January 31, 2012 2:44Lawmaker urges US pursue trade pact w/ Egypt
A top Republican lawmaker urged President Barack Obama's administration on Wednesday to pursue trade talks with Egypt to help shape the nascent democracy after a tumultuous year.
December 15, 2011 3:22Kurdish PM fears more delay in draft Iraq oil law
Barham Salih says Iraq oil minister's stance may delay bill; Oil minister has warned Kurds on oil contract approach; Salih meets French investors, Total present
December 13, 2011 11:33Algeria to change energy law to draw investors
Energy minister says fiscal terms to be reviewed; Oil majors say terms too onerous to invest; Oil and gas bid rounds have seen lacklustre interest
December 7, 2011 12:40
Approval of UAE public debt law imminent
Law would limit UAE government debt to 25 per cent of GDP $55bn, with the Central Bank expected to handle local issues.
May 11, 2011 10:16
People, Policies and Presidents: What’s next for the Arab region?
A wave of reform has washed over the Arab world. Yet, it remains to be seen whether leaders will stick to pledges and peacefully cede real power, or find ways to divide, co-opt or cow their opponents.
April 3, 2011 1:56Saudi prints 1.5 million copies of anti-demo edict
Additional printing on top of 500,000 already ordered; Fatwa calls for unity, cohesion
March 29, 2011 3:51
Jobs we should have chosen #2: Diplomat
Kipp has always wanted to be above the law, but didn’t think it was a realistic ambition. Now we know better.
June 29, 2010 3:00Experts: UAE’s ‘urgent’ need for more effective insolvency regime
New white paper identifies current flaws and recommends way forward.
June 23, 2010 1:42Skype ban angers Lebanese
Moves to make popular internet calling tool illegal spark uproar.
June 16, 2010 3:32
Poll Story: Ban on public smoking
Kipp readers and the most current medical research both support the health benefits of a public smoking ban.
June 14, 2010 6:06
Abu Dhabi landlords name their price
According to a property law soon to be implemented in the emirate, landlords could become the new arbiters of rental rates.
March 11, 2010 7:20
Status update: This could get you arrested
Under a controversial new law in India, Facebook updates and Tweets can be used as court evidence against individuals.
February 1, 2010 6:16
“Save me. I don’t want him.”
An 11-year-old girl has been forced to marry an octogenarian in Saudi Arabia, becoming the latest addition to the rising number of child brides in the kingdom.
January 18, 2010 12:14
Stop smoking!
The UAE is planning to increase the price of cigarettes to help smokers ditch the habit. Do you think it will work?
January 14, 2010 2:29
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Turkish Airlines Can Ride Out Turbulence
The airline said there had been little impact on May 15 from a strike in protest over pay and previous sackings.
May 16, 2013 2:57
Air Berlin doesn't need Etihad's help
Last year, the German carrier posted its first annual profit since 2007.
May 16, 2013 10:54
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26