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Economy октябрь 26, 2026

French parliament reviews revenue section of 2027 budget bill

France’s National Assembly has begun examining the revenue section of the first part of the 2027 budget bill. A final vote on this section is scheduled for November 3.

Politics октябрь 17, 2026

Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan ministers meet

On March 26, Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov in Ashgabat. Saidov was in the city to attend a ministerial meeting in the Central Asia–European Union format.

Economy октябрь 16, 2026

France to pay farmers over €5 billion

France will pay more than €5.04 billion to farmers under the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy. The advance payments are intended to support farm finances after drought and summer heat.

Politics октябрь 16, 2026

Ukraine opens two more EU negotiation clusters

Ukraine and the EU opened negotiations on two more clusters on October 13: “Internal Market” and “Competitiveness and Inclusive Development.” The European Commission rated Ukraine’s digital progress at 3.5 out of 5, placing it among the country’s three most successful areas of EU integration.

Politics октябрь 16, 2026

EU countries briefed on NGO bill

Kazakhstan presented its draft law on non-governmental organisations to EU ambassadors and embassy representatives. The briefing took place in Astana at a human rights working group meeting.

World октябрь 15, 2026

Saudi Arabia and EU discuss labor issues

Saudi Deputy Minister of Human Resources and Social Development for Labor Abdullah bin Nasser Abuthunain met EU Ambassador to the Kingdom Christophe Farnot. They discussed labor market priorities and developments related to skills and training.

World октябрь 15, 2026

35 countries condemn Iran’s actions

Foreign ministers from 35 countries and the EU’s High Representative condemned Iran’s violent attacks. They also noted the UK’s conclusion that Iran was involved in the 27 September incident at RAF Fairford.

Economy октябрь 14, 2026

Kazakhstan and Belgium discuss mineral processing

Kazakhstan and Belgium discussed joint processing of critical minerals. Kazakhstan plans to expand raw-material processing, produce high-tech materials and pursue projects with European partners.