Tag: Government policy
EU sees progress on key obstacles at Iran nuclear talks
VIENNA — A top European diplomat said Tuesday he believes international negotiations with Iran will ultimately succeed in re-imposing limits on its nuclear program,...
Analysis: Subdued Iran vote will still impact wider Mideast
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Iran's presidential election on Friday, though likely more a coronation for a hard-line candidate long cultivated by Supreme Leader...
Australia says it’s reached a free trade deal with Britain
CANBERRA, Australia — Britain and Australia had agreed on a free trade deal that will be released later Tuesday, Australian Trade Minister Dan Tehan...
EU foreign policy chief urges Serbia, Kosovo to move forward
BRUSSELS — The European Union’s foreign policy chief expressed hope Tuesday for a “rapid progress” in EU-brokered negotiations aimed at resolving a long-lasting dispute...
EU, US close to deal to end Airbus-Boeing trade dispute
BRUSSELS — The United States and the European Union appeared close to reaching a deal to end a damaging dispute over subsidies to rival...
This Week: Retail sales, Fed policy update, Kroger earns
A look at some of the key business events and economic indicators upcoming this week:
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Delicate task for Fed: When to pull back on low-rate support
WASHINGTON — With inflation rising in a fast-rebounding economy, the Federal Reserve is poised this week to discuss when it will take its first...
Panic attacks highlight stress at shelters for migrant kids
Associated Press — Paramedics were called regularly to treat children suffering from panic attacks so severe their hands would constrict into balls and their...
Biden, unlike predecessors, has maintained Putin skepticism
BRUSSELS — President Joe Biden frequently talks about what he sees as central in executing effective foreign policy: building personal relationships.
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Odds of settling US-EU trade rifts? Hope may outrun progress
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden has vowed to mend America’s trade relations with its European allies, which were stretched to the breaking point by...