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The ruling and opposition parties in South Korea have reached an agreement to process the Special Act on U.S. Investment at the National Assembly on the 12th, addressing legal backing for U.S. investments amid international tensions.

Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced that Argentina will continue its economic policies amidst geopolitical tensions, emphasizing fiscal discipline and recovering confidence in international investments.

The port of Palermo seeks to enhance its strategic role in international contexts but requires substantial investment to do so.

Last year, the balance of overseas securities investments by residents in South Korea increased significantly, with a notable rise of approximately 207 trillion won due to new investments.

Argentina is set to receive US$10 billion in investments through the privatization of the Vía Navegable Troncal, a critical waterway for international trade.

The article explores the implications of alleged investments by Gerardo González Valencia, linked to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, in Buenos Aires, highlighting the presence of international drug traffickers in Argentina.

An international operation resulted in the dismantling of a fraud call center in Dnipro, Ukraine, which lured victims into cryptocurrency investment scams.

European stocks are attracting significant international interest, with a forecast of record investments in February, as reported by the Financial Times.

A new Eurobarometer survey indicates that Europeans increasingly perceive threats to their countries in the current international situation, emphasizing the importance of defense investments and EU involvement in strengthening security.

According to Aktia's investment director, Donald Trump's administration inadvertently benefited Finland by forcing Europe to unify in the face of aggressive trade policies and an unstable international atmosphere.

Egypt has instructed international oil companies to double their production by 2030, with a focus on revising existing contracts to encourage new investments.

The 'Invest Roraima 2030' event highlighted the economic opportunities in Roraima, aiming to attract R$ 10 billion in investments with over 60 investors and authorities participating.

Chinese investors are increasingly investing in Hong Kong-listed pharmaceutical companies, influenced by rising international business collaborations.

Mato Grosso's economy, driven by agribusiness and agroindustry investments, is projected to grow in 2026 despite international challenges and logistical hurdles.

A consortium including FedEx, Advent International, and A&R Investments plans to buy all shares of InPost for 15.6 euros each, causing a significant rise in InPost's stock price.

Delhi police have arrested three individuals involved in an organized international cyber fraud racket linked to significant online scams in stock market investments.

The Ministry of Economy has launched an international public competition to hire consultants for a four-year contract aimed at designing and promoting a new plan to attract foreign investments.

The National Bank successfully issued €500 million of Additional Tier 1 capital with a fixed interest rate of 5.8%, attracting €5.5 billion in offers, which oversubscribed the offering 11 times, with over 90% allocated to international institutional investors.

The special Focus in Business Markets feature highlights the future of the Athens Stock Exchange under Euronext, marking a new era in its history.

The article discusses an 8.6% increase in passenger traffic at Athens International Airport in January 2026, reflecting ongoing investments in personnel and the airport's recognition as a Top Employer for the 12th consecutive year.

The Ülemiste area in Estonia is expected to attract 500 million euros in investments from Tallinna Lennujaam, Rail Baltic Estonia, and Mainor Ülemiste, aimed at developing the area to appeal to international companies and investors.

The U.S. government is pressing South Korea for energy investments amidst ongoing discussions about a previously agreed $350 billion investment, as the South Korean government deems it premature to discuss specific investment areas before a related bill passes.

Nigeria has signed 28 new field development plans worth $18.2 billion, expected to produce 1.4 billion barrels of oil, as announced by Minister Heineken Lokpobiri at the Nigeria International Energy Summit 2026.

In 2025, Funky Buddha achieved significant growth by implementing strategic investments and expanding its presence in new international markets, including opening three stores in Romania and strengthening its e-commerce operations.

The article discusses NATO's plans to secure Greenland, the implications of potential U.S. control over the territory, and Denmark's investments in its defense amid international concerns over U.S. annexation ambitions.

Yemen is participating in the fifth International Mining Conference in Riyadh to attract international investments in its rare minerals sector, represented by a delegation led by the Minister of Oil and Minerals.

The Athens Stock Exchange has reached a 16-year high driven by strong investments in bank shares, despite international geopolitical uncertainties, with turnover exceeding 660 million euros.

The article discusses Africa's emerging role as a crucial player in the global economy and the implications of rising investments and competition from international powers, raising questions about who truly benefits from these investments.

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation has launched an online portal for projects aimed at aiding the reconstruction of Ukraine, with investments expected to begin shortly.

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has launched an online portal for project proposals for the new U.S.-Ukraine reconstruction fund, with the first investments expected to be announced in the coming months.

The 20th anniversary of the Greek brand Funky Buddha coincides with Altex's pivotal growth, including investments in Romania and a new women's concept.