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🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Report exposes billions in uncovered fraud, waste as watchdog coalition offers support to Trump's crackdown

A coalition of conservative state financial officers reports uncovering billions in taxpayer fraud and waste and supports the Trump administration's initiatives against corruption.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Ministry of Finance Dismisses the CEO of the State Company Mero, Pantůček

The Czech Ministry of Finance has dismissed the CEO of Mero, a state-owned company, whose removal comes amid ongoing scrutiny and challenges faced by the organization.

Feb 27 • 09:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Ministry of Finance has dismissed the director of the state-owned company Mero

Czechia's Ministry of Finance has dismissed the director of the state-owned company Mero.

Feb 27 • 09:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Israel: 'From the river to the sea, there will only be one Jewish state,' says Bezalel Smotrich

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich declared in a video response that Israel aims to extend its territory from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea, denying the establishment of a Palestinian state.

Feb 26 • 19:08 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Starting Monday, the state will again begin selling bonds for people. Last year they sold out quickly

The Slovak government is set to relaunch the sale of bonds for the public with lower interest rates than last year, aiming to make them an attractive investment alternative amid changing market conditions.

Feb 26 • 13:15 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Court adjourns Bauchi finance commissioner’s trial indefinitely

The Federal High Court in Abuja has indefinitely adjourned the trial of Yakubu Adamu, Bauchi State's Commissioner for Finance, who is facing allegations of terrorism financing.

Feb 26 • 12:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The State of the Public Finances - Purra: The Figures are Shocking

Finland's Minister of Finance, Riikka Purra, highlights the alarming projected public deficit of €14.9 billion annually over the next four years and calls for a minimum of €10 billion in corrective measures.

Feb 26 • 11:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The state's budget deficit averages 14.9 billion euros per year in the coming years – According to Purra, the figures are shocking

Finland's Finance Ministry projects an average budget deficit of 14.9 billion euros annually from 2027 to 2030, a situation labeled as shocking by Minister Riikka Purra.

Feb 26 • 10:28 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Now the forecast for the state in the coming years has exploded: "The figures are shocking"

A report from Finland's Ministry of Finance reveals a worrying forecast for the state budget, with a projected deficit of €14.9 billion annually from 2027 to 2030.

Feb 26 • 09:46 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

SAM: the state will finance more medical study places

The Lithuanian government plans to increase funding for medical study places to encourage healthcare professionals to work in regional areas.

Feb 26 • 08:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria needs 12% growth for $1tn economy – Minister

The Nigerian Minister of State for Finance emphasized the need for sustained annual economic growth of 10-12% to achieve a $1 trillion economy by 2036.

Feb 26 • 00:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Scam with fake emails about Digital Certificate installation targets taxpayers in Piauí, warns Sefaz

Taxpayers in Piauí are being targeted by scammers sending fake emails requesting the installation of a Digital Certificate, according to the State Department of Finance (Sefaz).

Feb 25 • 18:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria needs to grow 12% annually to reach $1tn – Minister

Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, emphasizes the need for Nigeria to achieve 10-12% annual economic growth to hit the $1 trillion economy goal by 2035.

Feb 25 • 18:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Miriam González Durántez denounces that Spanish companies did not want to finance a survey about Spanish youth "for fear of losing their contracts and licenses" with the State

Miriam González Durántez criticizes Spanish companies for their reluctance to finance a survey on the youth due to fears of potential repercussions from the government.

Feb 25 • 12:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Budget Committee of the Chamber of Deputies recommended approving the draft state budget

The Chamber of Deputies' Budget Committee has recommended the approval of the draft state budget.

Feb 25 • 11:39 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

At 119 billion euros: Germany's state deficit has indeed increased in 2025

Germany's state deficit rose to 119 billion euros in 2025, exceeding previous estimates by about 12 billion euros.

Feb 25 • 09:58 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Agricultural Fund Has Stopped Paying Support to Agrofert, Trust Transfer Is Under Review

The Czech State Agricultural Intervention Fund has ceased payments to Agrofert and is reviewing the legality of a trust structure set up by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš.

Feb 24 • 12:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

New warning sign in state accounts

The fiscal results for 2025 indicate a troubling trajectory for the public accounts of Brazilian states, with performance at its worst since 2014.

Feb 24 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

RN is the 2nd most indebted state in the country and exceeds personnel spending limit, says Ministry of Finance

Rio Grande do Norte has become the second-most indebted state in Brazil, surpassing the legal limit for personnel expenditures.

Feb 23 • 14:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Health, Finance, and Police: See Public Competitions Scheduled to Open in 2026 in Tocantins

The state of Tocantins in Brazil is set to open several large public competitions in 2026 across key sectors such as health, finance, and public safety.

Feb 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

A report by MP Jean-René Cazeneuve confirms the good health of municipal finances

A report by Jean-René Cazeneuve highlights the positive state of municipal finances in France ahead of the local elections.

Feb 22 • 18:27 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

To pay government debts.. Egypt launches "Citizen Bond" with monthly returns

Egypt's Ministry of Finance has introduced the "Citizen Bond," which offers a fixed annual return of 17.75% paid monthly to help citizens invest in government securities and manage state debts.

Feb 22 • 09:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Sterling One champions $100bn Africa investment agenda

Sterling One Foundation emphasizes its dedication to inclusive financing in Africa at a high-level meeting during the African Union Heads of State Summit.

Feb 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

USU: The Under-Secretary of State Ministry of Finance would not rule out pension cuts from cost-saving measures

Juha Majanen, the Under-Secretary of State in Finland's Ministry of Finance, suggests that pension cuts could be considered as part of necessary financial adjustments.

Feb 21 • 03:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Minja Koskela explains whether the Left Alliance has excluded itself from all possible governments

Minja Koskela discusses the Left Alliance's commitment to public finance adjustments amidst ongoing fiscal negotiations in Finland.

Feb 20 • 15:06 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The State Revenue Service Explains News About Submitting Annual Income Declarations

The State Revenue Service of Latvia has outlined key updates for citizens regarding the submission of their annual income declarations this year.

Feb 20 • 11:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Profile: This Guardian of State Finances is Unfireable - Until 2054

Amélie de Montchalin has been appointed as the Première Présidente of the Cour des Comptes, ensuring financial oversight in France until 2054, marking a significant moment as she is the first woman to hold this position.

Feb 19 • 12:33 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Experts from the NBS warn against the Greek path. According to Kamenický, they are harming the state

Experts from the National Bank of Slovakia (NBS) warn that Slovakia's public finance situation is reminiscent of Greece before its crisis, prompting concerns about future fiscal stability.

Feb 19 • 09:04 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Ministry of Finance is looking for a new head of the State Tax Inspectorate

The Lithuanian Ministry of Finance is seeking a new leader for the State Tax Inspectorate, emphasizing the need for strong leadership to combat the shadow economy.

Feb 18 • 09:49 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos unveils blueprint for sustainable investment, wealth creation

Lagos State's Ministry of Finance is working on a Wealth Fund Bill aimed at promoting sustainable investment and wealth creation through stakeholder collaboration.

Feb 18 • 03:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ogun debt hits N494bn, IGR rises above N240bn

Ogun State's debt has reached N494 billion, with significant increases in both local and foreign borrowings, while Internally Generated Revenue has risen above N240 billion.

Feb 18 • 00:08 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

EU state rejects fast-tracked membership for Ukraine

Austria's Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer stated that Ukraine's expectations for quick EU membership are unrealistic, citing a lengthy application process and opposing timelines set by Ukrainian President Zelensky.

Feb 17 • 18:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ogun debt reaches N494 billion as IGR increases to N240 billion — Commissioner

Ogun State's debt has reached N494 billion, according to the Commissioner for Finance, while the state's Internally Generated Revenue has significantly increased to N240 billion.

Feb 17 • 18:19 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The state budget started the year with a deficit of 3.7 billion zlotys

As of January 2026, Poland's state budget reports a deficit of 3.7 billion zlotys, reflecting a 1.4% realization of the annual budget limit.

Feb 16 • 16:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Law Increasing IPTU May Have Confiscatory Effect on the Population, Says Prosecutor's Office

The São Paulo State Prosecutor's Office warns that the new Tax Code in Piracicaba could impose excessively high tax burdens, particularly with increased IPTU rates, adversely affecting taxpayers.

Feb 16 • 10:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Total knockout from Purra to Tuppurainen: 'Cannot comprehend'

Riikka Purra, the chair of the Finns Party and Minister of Finance, criticizes Tytti Tuppurainen's comments regarding U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's speech at the Munich Security Conference.

Feb 15 • 19:19 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

"Settlement Revolution".. What does Israel's decision to register and settle land in the West Bank mean?

Israel has initiated a controversial process to register and settle large areas of the West Bank as 'state land', a move described as a 'settlement revolution' by the Israeli finance minister.

Feb 15 • 13:22 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Abi: agreement signed with the Minister of Sport

An agreement was signed between the Minister for Sport and Youth and Abi to enhance credit access for students in Italy through increased state-backed financing.

Feb 14 • 04:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

When Unspoken Distrust is Not Spoken Trust

This article discusses the systematic circumvention of budgetary responsibility rules by the Slovak government, especially concerning the adoption of the 2026 state budget.

Feb 12 • 13:28 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

State Analysts Question €136 Million Plan for Slovensko.sk Repairs

State analysts have raised concerns over a proposed €136.5 million modernization plan for the Slovensko.sk portal, doubting its feasibility within a six-month timeframe.

Feb 12 • 09:19 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Tell me which state you live in and I'll tell you how much you owe... for public debt

As of September 2025, Mexico's public debt among its states reached over 689 billion pesos, with significant per capita debt especially in six states.

Feb 11 • 16:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Master Case: The state of RJ and 4 cities are barred from receiving voluntary resources from the Union and taking loans from federal banks

The state of Rio de Janeiro and four municipalities are prohibited from receiving federal funds and loans due to financial issues with their pension funds.

Feb 10 • 23:29 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos to establish W’Africa’s premier International Financial Centre

The Lagos State government plans to create an International Financial Centre in West Africa to attract international investment.

Feb 10 • 02:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sefa seizes backhoe during inspection in Óbidos

A backhoe valued at R$ 860,000 was seized in Óbidos during a fiscal inspection by the state Department of Finance in Pará.

Feb 9 • 12:49 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak say about the budget session in UP?

The budget session in Uttar Pradesh has started, focusing on essential financial provisions for the state's development.

Feb 9 • 05:59 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

“Not particularly dangerous” to lend to the Icelandic state

The article discusses the perspective on lending to the Icelandic government, highlighting that it is not considered particularly risky.

Feb 8 • 18:51 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

From banks a check of 1.8 billion for the state coffers

Italian banks have contributed 1.8 billion euros to state coffers as part of a maneuver to release capital reserves accumulated in 2023.

Feb 8 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

CONFRONTATION ⟩ Minister of Finance Jürgen Ligi hit back at Baruto on social media: the state is not to blame for your bill

Estonian Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi responded strongly on social media to athlete Kaido Höövelson's (Baruto) emotional reflections on his record electricity bill.

Feb 7 • 16:30 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

US to fund free speech activists in Europe – FT

The US State Department plans to finance pro-free speech initiatives in Europe, targeting censorship in the EU and UK, according to reports from the Financial Times.

Feb 6 • 19:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Spoke about the latest D. Trump's administration's ambitions: will finance right-wing analytical centers

A senior State Department official met with influential right-wing think tanks in Europe to discuss funding aimed at promoting 'American values' in relation to the upcoming 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.

Feb 6 • 15:27 UTC

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