CASC forum connects regional startups with global venture capital, and opens path to $1 million world competition. BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan (MNTV) — The Central Asia Startup CUP (CASC) forum is set to take place in Bishkek, bringing together leading venture funds and angel investor networks managing a combined capital of approximately $300 million...
Dhaka’s access to Indian land customs for third-country trade curtailed as political strains mount NEW DELHI, India (MNTV) — India has revoked a key transit facility that allowed Bangladesh to ship export cargo to third countries via Indian territory, signaling growing diplomatic tensions between the two South Asian neighbors. The facility, in...
Annual event raises alarm over vanishing native tulips as scientists warn of climate and urban pressures BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan (MNTV) — Kyrgyzstan’s annual Tulip Festival will return to the E. Gareev Botanical Garden in Bishkek on April 20, drawing attention to the country’s endangered wild blooms and growing conservation concerns. Organizers sa...
Offa, the UK’s first Shariah-compliant finance provider, received approval to offer Islamic home purchase plans LONDON (MNTV) – The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) granted Islamic fintech firm Offa authorization to offer Shariah-compliant alternatives to traditional residential mortgages in the U.K. This move positions Offa as t...
Spain’s 2024 recognition of Palestine underscores its commitment to justice amid Gaza’s humanitarian crisis MADRID, Spain (MNTV) – Spain has become a rare pro-Palestinian advocate within the European Union, distinguishing itself amid the ongoing Gaza genocide. This week, the Spanish foreign minister José Manuel Albares stat...
France’s plan to recognize Palestine offers a rare beacon of hope amid Gaza genocide PARIS (MNTV) – French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to formally recognize Palestine as a state, potentially as early as June. Speaking to a French broadcaster, Macron emphasized that the move would reflect justice and fairness, not ...
Report highlights their increasing integration, youthful demographic, and need for policy changes LONDON (MNTV) – A new report from the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) highlights the growing influence of British Muslims, offering a snapshot of their demographic, socio-economic, and cultural contributions while also addressing ongoing cha...
European Parliament committee adopts resolutions calling for stronger protections amid concerns over cultural identity suppression and minority rights violations SOFIA, Bulgaria (MNTV) – The European Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee (AFET) has stepped up calls for Serbia and Kosovo to protect Bulgarian minority communities, following the...
Pro-government march, in capital on April 12, is in reaction to months of anti-government protests BELGRADE, Serbia (MNTV) – A group of around 150 Serbs from Kosovo embarked on a 250-kilometre journey to Belgrade this week to show their support for Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and his new Movement for the People and State. The [&h...
On a visit to Sarajevo, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas highlights bloc’s unwavering commitment to Bosnia’s security and European future SARAJEVO, Bosnia & Herzegovina (MNTV) – The European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, reaffirmed the EU’s strong and enduring commitment to Bosnia and ...
