Guides & Analytics
Asia needs to harmonize monetary and macro-prudential policies: BOK governor
Asian central banks need to harmonize monetary and macro-prudential policies in a bid to better respond to a change in global economic conditions after the 2008…
Egypt’s army ruler urges good US ties after NGO raids
Egypt's military ruler stressed the importance of good ties with the United States in a meeting with the government on Sunday, a message that could signal an attempt…
Rights group: ‘Reconciliation’ works against Copts in Alexandria village
In a continuation of the policy implemented under the Mubarak regime, victims of sectarian violence are still being forced to renounce their right to justice under…
New, secure banknotes introduced in Oman
The Central Bank of Oman has introduced new, upgraded banknotes of RO5 and RO10 denominations with additional security features with…
Deutsche Bank nears deal in Kirch dispute – sources
Deutsche Bank is nearing an agreement to settle a legal dispute with the family of late media mogul Leo Kirch, ending one of Germany's most bitter and drawn-out…
Prominent Salafi preacher urges rejection of US aid
Prominent Salafi preacher Mohamed Hassan has launched an initiative to do away with US military and economic aid in order to shield Egypt from American influence.
Kuwait central bank chief quits over spending
Kuwait's central bank governor resigned after 25 years in the post on Monday, protesting against a rapid rise in government spending, state news agency KUNA…
Venezuelan opposition holds first primary
Venezuelans voted yesterday in the country's first opposition primary, which is expected to select a young state governor to challenge Hugo Chavez later this year in…
