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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Youth Microfinance' expanded from 30 billion to 300 billion... Interest support for residents outside the capital area strengthened

The scale of microfinance supply for the youth is set to be expanded from 30 billion to 300 billion won by 2028, with additional interest reductions for young self-employed individuals in non-capital areas.

Mar 23 • 06:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

“Export goods tied to the sea, stopped payments”… Government's 8 billion emergency 'transfusion' amid logistics crisis

A Korean company exporting industrial plastic materials to the Middle East faces severe liquidity issues due to halted shipments related to the US-Iran conflict, prompting the government to allocate emergency funds to assist affected businesses.

Mar 22 • 22:08 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

New support package for Ukraine's youth

The Swedish government announces a new support package of almost a quarter billion kronor aimed at assisting young people in Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict.

Mar 22 • 15:46 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Slovak PM says Bratislava may also block EU loan for Ukraine: 'Orbán is right'

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico indicated that Slovakia might follow Hungary's lead in blocking the EU's €90 billion loan to Ukraine, echoing support for Viktor Orbán's position.

Mar 21 • 16:06 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

SF has election promises worth 43.4 billion kroner, but funding is lacking. Now the Moderates express concerns about the government cooperation

The Socialist Party (SF) has ambitious election promises amounting to 43.4 billion kroner, yet concerns about their funding and the party's limited support for government reforms have emerged, particularly voiced by the Moderates.

Mar 21 • 06:56 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Spain will try to mitigate the impact of the war in the Middle East on the economy with 5 billion euros in support measures

Spain's government, led by Prime Minister Sánchez, will implement a 5 billion euro support package to cushion households and key economic sectors from rising costs due to the ongoing war in the Middle East.

Mar 20 • 14:16 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

1.2 billion in Swedish record aid to Gaza

Sweden announces a historic aid package totaling 1.2 billion kronor to support children in Gaza, highlighting significant contributions from the government and private sectors.

Mar 20 • 13:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Spain: 80 Measures to Support Spaniards in Addressing the Consequences of the War

Spain has introduced a series of 80 measures worth 5 billion euros aimed at mitigating the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, including significant tax reductions on energy.

Mar 20 • 13:18 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

"The memorandum cannot be fulfilled." Defense cuts the billion-dollar logistics center in Mošnov

Czech Defense Minister Jaromír Zůna announced the cancellation of a billion-dollar logistics center project at Mošnov airport, which was intended to create hundreds of jobs and support regional development.

Mar 20 • 08:39 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Macinka has cut half a billion. Tens of thousands of Ukrainians will lose support

The article discusses a significant budget cut impacting support for tens of thousands of Ukrainians in Czechia.

Mar 20 • 07:24 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Orbán stands in the way of the loan to Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has angered European leaders by retracting his previous agreement to support a €90 billion loan to Ukraine, citing conditions around oil pipeline investments.

Mar 20 • 06:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

We will lend Ukraine 90 billion euros one way or another, said von der Leyen

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the EU will provide financial assistance to Ukraine, amounting to 90 billion euros, emphasizing the EU's commitment to support the country amid its ongoing challenges.

Mar 20 • 05:05 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

EU Delays Ukraine Financing Due to Opposition from Hungary Amid Reduced US Support

The EU has postponed a €90 billion financing package to Ukraine following opposition from Hungary, which claims its energy supply has been jeopardized.

Mar 20 • 01:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Drowned $80 billion and the end of Zuckerberg's dreams. Meta withdraws from a key project

Meta has announced a significant pivot away from its original vision of the metaverse, limiting its investments and support for virtual reality.

Mar 19 • 21:02 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Orbán blocks €90bn loan, threatening vital EU support for Ukraine’s energy system & overall survival

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has impeded a €90 billion loan aimed at providing crucial support for Ukraine's energy infrastructure and broader sustainability efforts amid ongoing conflict.

Mar 19 • 19:52 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Ukraine edges closer to budget oblivion as Orban refuses to budge on 90-billion loan

Hungary's refusal to support a crucial financial loan for Ukraine threatens the country's budget stability as it faces potential insolvency.

Mar 19 • 18:58 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Zelenskyy urges EU to provide €5bn for Ukraine's energy sector

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has called on the European Union to provide €5 billion to support Ukraine's energy sector ahead of winter.

Mar 19 • 18:01 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

"$14 Billion Deals": The Axis Between North Korea and Russia and Kim Jong Un's Golden Business

The article discusses North Korea's economic opportunities arising from the Ukraine war, highlighting Kim Jong Un's military support to Russia valued at around $14 billion.

Mar 19 • 16:48 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Pentagon seeks at least $200B from Congress for Iran war

The Pentagon is seeking at least $200 billion in additional funding from Congress to support ongoing operations in the Iran war, according to War Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Mar 19 • 15:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In light of the decline in resources sent by the Nation, Santa Fe creates its own fund to support technical education

The government of Santa Fe has established a provincial fund of 3.5 billion pesos to finance projects in technical schools due to a decrease in national funding.

Mar 19 • 15:16 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

War in Ukraine: EU Summit Does Not Release Ukraine Credit

The EU summit failed to agree on the disbursement of a €90 billion credit to Ukraine, pledging only continued support for the war-torn nation.

Mar 19 • 14:43 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Ukraine's parliament is delaying the execution of IMF-required homework for loan receipt

Ukraine's parliament is hesitating to approve tax reforms that are prerequisites for a €7 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund, as the government struggles to gain legislative support amid the difficult economic situation.

Mar 19 • 14:38 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Loan to Ukraine: EU leaders, gathered at a summit, fail to persuade Viktor Orban

EU leaders were unable to persuade Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban to support a €90 billion loan to Ukraine during their recent summit.

Mar 19 • 14:09 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

The U.S. will ask Congress for up to $200 billion to continue the war in Iran

The U.S. is set to request up to $200 billion from Congress to support its ongoing military operations against Iran alongside Israel.

Mar 19 • 13:20 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Dutch PM: Hungary's veto is unacceptable, EU must not give in to Orbán's blackmail

Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten denounces Hungary's veto of a €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine as unacceptable and urges the EU to provide support to Ukraine against Russian aggression.

Mar 19 • 11:48 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Pentagon seeking $200 billion for Iran war – WaPo

The Pentagon is requesting over $200 billion in funding from Congress to support military operations against Iran as costs escalate following recent strikes.

Mar 19 • 11:19 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Withdraws billion support from offshore wind project

Enova has withdrawn a NOK 2 billion funding grant for the Goliatvind offshore wind project near Hammerfest due to the project's failure to meet its construction deadline.

Mar 19 • 10:53 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Orbán insists: no unblocking of €90bn for Ukraine until Druzhba oil flows start again

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán maintains that Hungary will not support the unblocking of €90 billion in funds for Ukraine until Russian oil flows through the Druzhba pipeline are restored.

Mar 19 • 09:34 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

War in Ukraine: Orbán: No Ukraine Credit Without Oil from Russia

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán insists that Hungary will not support the release of a €90 billion loan for Ukraine unless Russian oil resumes deliveries to Hungary.

Mar 19 • 08:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

"Expectations are very low, I don't think credit will be unlocked": Orban does not yield to the EU and Ukraine will reach the April deadline without receiving aid

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is unlikely to lift his veto on a €90 billion EU aid package for Ukraine, leading to concerns that Ukraine will not receive necessary funds by April.

Mar 18 • 19:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Roman Abramovich urged to 'urgently' hand over £2.5 billion from Chelsea sale

Roman Abramovich is being pressed to release £2.5 billion from the sale of Chelsea FC to support victims of the Ukraine war, as the UK government contemplates legal action after a deadline has passed.

Mar 18 • 18:40 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Germany’s Merz calls for urgent disbursement of €90bn EU loan to Ukraine

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urges immediate release of a €90 billion EU loan to support Ukraine amidst ongoing tensions with Russia.

Mar 18 • 18:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK Government prepares to sue Roman Abramovich over £2.5bn Chelsea funds after missed deadline

The UK Government is poised to initiate legal proceedings against former Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich for failing to distribute £2.5 billion from the club's sale to support Ukraine.

Mar 18 • 09:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government to invest 750 billion won in smart glasses and safety robots... "We will accelerate AI transition"

The South Korean government plans to invest over 750 billion won to support the development of AI applications, including industrial robots, to accelerate the transition to artificial intelligence.

Mar 17 • 23:31 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Renewable energies cost France 26.3 billion euros over nine years

Renewable energy support has cost France 26.3 billion euros from 2016 to 2024, raising concerns about its impact on state finances, according to the Court of Auditors.

Mar 17 • 19:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

The United Kingdom has committed to providing an impressive sum to Ukraine

The UK has pledged a minimum of £3 billion annually to support Ukraine's defense through 2030/31, alongside additional commitments for air defense and multilateral cooperation.

Mar 17 • 18:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lycra files for bankruptcy with $1.2 billion debt

The Lycra Company has filed for bankruptcy in Houston, Texas, as it seeks to address its $1.2 billion debt while receiving new financing to support its restructuring efforts.

Mar 17 • 16:22 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

European Commission says €90bn for Ukraine could be unblocked by Friday

The European Commission indicated that a €90 billion loan for Ukraine could be finalized before an upcoming European Council meeting.

Mar 17 • 13:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Powerful tech that takes minutes to complete years-long task to come to UK

The UK government is set to invest £2 billion in quantum technology to enhance AI adoption and support economic growth.

Mar 17 • 07:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Hungary blackmails: Ukraine will only receive 90 billion euros in one case

Hungarian Foreign Minister P. Szijjarto states that Hungary will not support the allocation of 90 billion euros for Ukraine due to ongoing oil transport blockades.

Mar 16 • 15:59 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

K. Chatzidakis: 1 billion euros in payments to farmers by the end of June

Greek Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Chatzidakis announced plans for the government to distribute 800 million to 1 billion euros in agricultural payments by June, targeting support for genuine producers as part of recovery efforts in Thessaly.

Mar 14 • 13:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

Media: The US is possibly preparing the largest arms shipment to Taiwan

Reports suggest that the US is set to make the largest arms shipment to Taiwan, valued at around 14 billion USD, despite concerns over reduced military support amid ongoing US-China trade discussions.

Mar 13 • 12:04 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Iran: UN warns war costing "1 billion a day" as humanitarian crises deepen

The UN has highlighted the staggering $1 billion-a-day cost of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, stressing the urgent need for funding to support humanitarian efforts as the crisis deepens.

Mar 13 • 11:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Chung-Ang University Selected for the 'TeX-Corps' Project by the Ministry of Science and ICT, Pursuing a 7.5 Billion Won Technology Startup Exploration Project over 5 Years

Chung-Ang University has been selected to participate in the 'TeX-Corps' project, which will support technology startup explorations with a budget of 7.5 billion won over five years.

Mar 12 • 09:40 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Exclusion of Islamic Schools in Texas from a $1 Billion Educational Program

Texas authorities have excluded approximately 20 Islamic schools from a $1 billion educational support program, citing ties to terrorist organizations, leading to a lawsuit from the state's Muslim community.

Mar 12 • 03:35 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
World

Politico: The EU has a plan to support Ukraine even if Hungary blocks the joint loan

The European Union plans to provide support to Ukraine for military funding regardless of Hungary and Slovakia's blocking of a proposed 90 billion euro loan.

Mar 11 • 12:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Orbán and Fico's veto will not work. Quick support for Ukraine from the Baltic

EU leaders are set to meet to persuade Hungary's Viktor Orbán and Slovakia's Robert Fico to approve a €90 billion loan for Ukraine, as plans emerge for alternative funding if they refuse.

Mar 11 • 11:38 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Brussels has a plan to provide Ukraine with €30bn despite veto by Hungary and Slovakia – Politico

The EU plans to offer Ukraine financial support of €30 billion, regardless of Hungary and Slovakia's veto against a larger €90 billion loan.

Mar 11 • 07:57 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Bus, stop..." Gyeonggi Province provides emergency support of 66.2 billion won to bus companies

Gyeonggi Province announced an emergency financial aid package of 66.2 billion won for bus companies in response to soaring international oil prices, aiming to mitigate operational disruptions.

Mar 11 • 04:44 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Israel raises defense budget by $13 billion to fund war with Iran

Israel plans to increase its defense budget by approximately $13 billion to support military operations against Iran.

Mar 10 • 14:18 UTC

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