December 17, 2025

EU to Decide on Using €210bn Frozen Russian Assets to Fund Ukraine

EU leaders meet Thursday to decide if they will use €210bn Russian frozen assets to fund Ukraine. The plan includes a €90bn loan, repayable if Russia pays reparations. Belgium opposes, fearing legal risks. Ukraine urgently needs funds to avoid bankruptcy amid stalled US aid and economic pressure.

December 17, 2025

UAE Overhauls Corporate Tax, VAT, and Company Laws to Boost Business Ease

UAE introduces fresh rules on corporate tax, VAT, and company laws to simplify business, clear tax confusion, and allow flexible company setups. Key changes include clearer tax credit use, simpler VAT claims, and new non-profit company options.

December 17, 2025

Yubi Launches First Digital Mortgage Platform in UAE, Simplifying Home Loans

Yubi Group has introduced Yubi Mortgage, a tech-driven platform that connects buyers to 25+ lenders in the UAE. It offers one digital application, AI-powered processing, and real-time tracking to streamline home loans.

December 17, 2025

ED raids fake Manipur ‘Chief Minister’ in ₹57 crore money laundering case

ED searched five places in Imphal linked to Yambem Biren and Narengbam Samarjit over a ₹57.36 crore money laundering probe. They posed as Manipur State Council leaders and claimed state independence in 2019, stirring sedition charges.

December 17, 2025

Australia's Mid-Year Budget Shows Smaller Deficits but Inflation Rises

Australia’s mid-year budget update reveals smaller deficits and extra funds for mental health and training. But inflation remains high, with possible rate hikes ahead.