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Moldovan minister of infrastructure resigns ahead of reshuffle
Close ally of President Maia Sandu steps down as president prepares to reshuffle cabinet after narrow election victory.
Turkey to push Trump for new opportunity to attack US-allied Kurds in Syria
During first Trump presidency American military was controversially told to stand aside. Ankara hopes for a repeat as second White House term begins.
Serbs protest in Belgrade over fatal train station collapse
Protest reflected growing public outrage over the country’s poor infrastructure and the government’s handling of recent construction projects.
Saudi EV maker Ceer signs Rimac deal for electric drive systems
Saudi Arabia's first electric vehicle manufacturer Ceer has partnered with Croatia's Rimac Technology to supply high-performance electric drive systems for its flagship EV range, on November 11.
Serbian President Vucic optimistic on relations with Trump-led US after first phone call
"Very cordial" phone conversation signals a potential shift in regional dynamics as Trump prepares to take office.
Croatia has triple-A rating after Moody's upgrade
Moody's two-notch upgrade from Baa2 to A3 follows similar upgrades by Fitch and S&P.
EU leaders gauge impact of Trump’s return at Budapest ECP summit
French President Emmanuel Macron urged Europe to embrace "strategic autonomy" in the wake of Trump's victory, advocating for a Europe less reliant on American military protection.
Italian businessman’s €100mn arbitration victory against Albania sparks international financial and legal dispute
New evidence casts doubt on the validity of Belgium court’s decision to award €100mn to Italian businessman in a long-running arbitration case with the Albanian government.
Erdogan urges full inclusion of Turkey in EU defence efforts
With second largest land forces in Nato, Ankara may have an ace in efforts to join European bloc if Trump takes US on isolationist path.
Serbia plans €2.68bn infrastructure spending spree in 2025
Major investment package is part of Belgrade's ongoing efforts to enhance its infrastructure and support economic growth.
Lukoil denies plans to sell Bulgarian refinery to Qatari-UK consortium
Lukoil denies reports of talks with UK-Qatari consortium, but says it is "considering various options" regarding its Bulgarian business.
Romania’s nationalist presidential candidate Simion expects boost from Trump win
George Simion has consistently supported Trump despite harsh criticism from rival politicians. Now he expects to reap the benefits.
Moldova to reshuffle government to improve EU accession prospects and address public criticism
Primary motivation behind the reshuffle is to expedite reforms that align with Moldova’s EU integration goals, with the aim of achieving membership by 2030.
Studenac aims to raise €80mn with dual listing in Warsaw and Zagreb
Croatia-based retailer outlines IPO plans as it pursues aggressive regional growth.
Trump’s victory to ease Bulgaria’s u-turn towards soft dictatorship
Ex-PM Boyko Borissov and Magnitsky-sanctioned MP Delyan Peevski expected to form an Orban-style government.
Bosnian Serb leader targeted with new US sanctions as he celebrates Trump win
Speculation that Milorad Dodik may be hoping sanctions on him will be lifted after Donald Trump's return to the White House.
Mass protest in Serbia’s Novi Sad over deadly station canopy collapse turns violent
Masked men clash with police at Novi Sad city hall as thousands-strong protest reveals the extent of public frustration with Serbia's government.
Serbian infrastructure minister resigns over deadly train station accident
Collapse of railway station canopy in Novi Sad left 14 people dead and three others seriously injured.
Fears a Trump comeback could empower Balkan nationalists
New Trump administration poses risks to stability in volatile region, warns paper published by ECFR.
Bulgarian politicians demand recount of October 27 vote
Widespread allegations of vote buying and blatant ballot stuffing centre on Magnitsky-sanctioned Delyan Peevski's DPS – New Beginning.