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Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Belgian prosecutors initiates probe into Worldline
Belgian prosecutors have launched an investigation into the Belgian unit of French payments processor Worldline, following allegations of money laundering activities. The probe was triggered by articles in Le Soir and De Standaard, which claimed the company processed payments for firms involved in illegal activities. 'According to these newspapers, the company allegedly processed payments for companies engaged in illegal activities and for which money laundering regulations were allegedly not respected,' the Brussels Public Prosecutor's Office said in a statement, as reported by Bloomberg. The investigation has been entrusted to the Federal Judicial Police, the statement added. The allegations stem from reports by the European Investigative Collaborations network, comprising 21 media outlets across Europe. Worldline, in a statement to Reuters, said it has taken note on the probe and wil cooperate with authorities. The company also noted that since 2023, it has strengthened merchant risk controls and terminated non-compliant client relationships. In Sweden, the Financial Supervisory Authority summoned Worldline for a meeting to address the allegations. 'Questions about the information described' and 'how the company works to ensure that their services cannot be exploited for criminal purposes,' were raised, FSA spokesperson Karin Franck said in an emailed statement to Bloomberg. According to Dagens Nyheter, Worldline allegedly moved high-risk clients from its Belgian unit to its Swedish subsidiary after Visa raised concerns. Worldline's CEO, Pierre-Antoine Vacheron, described the media reports as an orchestrated campaign and an 'attack' on the company, asserting that Worldline is 'fully committed to strict compliance with regulation and risk prevention standards.' "Belgian prosecutors initiates probe into Worldline " was originally created and published by Electronic Payments International, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
See - Sada Elbalad
23-06-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Technical malfunction in the plane: Belgian King and Queen postpone their visit to Chile
Amir haggag The Belgian newspaper Le Soir reported on Monday that the planned five-day visit of King Philippe of Belgium and Queen Mathilde of Belgium to Chile has been postponed by 24 hours due to a technical malfunction in the government plane designated for the visit. The Belgian newspaper reported that a high-level Belgian delegation will accompany King Philippe and Queen Mathilde during the visit. The newspaper added that the nature of the problem has not yet been clarified, noting that this disruption will affect the travel schedule, but that the royal couple will return to Belgium next Friday as planned. The King was scheduled to meet later on Monday with a number of Chilean citizens who have sought refuge at the Belgian embassy in Santiago. The royal couple were also scheduled to visit the Mapuche community in the municipality of La Pintana, south of Santiago. It is noteworthy that the Mapuche are the largest indigenous group in Chile, constituting approximately 84% of the total indigenous population, or approximately 1.3 million people.... read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Belgium braces for first F-35 delivery this fall
MILAN — After facing delays, the first F-35A aircraft is expected to arrive in Belgium in the coming months as part of a total order of 34 fighter jets, according to manufacturer Lockheed Martin. In 2018, Belgium selected the American jet and agreed to a €3.6 billion ($4.1 billion) deal for over two dozen of them to be manufactured in the United States. 'Belgium's first F-35 to arrive in country has rolled off the production line and is gearing up for arrival in Belgium this fall,' Lockheed Martin Europe wrote in a social media post on their X platform. Deliveries were initially slated to begin in late 2023, but due to delays in the production of the Joint Strike Fighter program, they were pushed back. In an interview in February with Belgian newspaper Le Soir, Chief of Staff of the Belgian Air Force Gen. Frederik Vansina said the F-35 setbacks also affected the first transfer of the 30 decommissioned F-16s bound for Ukraine. The Belgian F-16s, which have been flying for over 30 years, are intended to be phased out by late 2028 to allow for the delivery of the aging aircraft to Ukraine. The European country currently has over 50 F-16 jets in its arsenal. According to reports from Belgian newspaper De Morgen, Brussels is assessing the possibility of ordering 21 additional F-35s, which, if realized, would bring its total fleet size to 55. The Belgian Ministry of Defense did not respond to a request for comment. Last month, the Belgian Minister of Defense and Foreign Trade Theo Francken said any potential follow-on F-35A purchases could be built in Europe at the final assembly and checkout (FACO) facility in Cameri, Italy.
Associated Press
11-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Beijing Review: 50 Years of Growing Partnership
BEIJING, May 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 6, 1975, China and the European Economic Community, the predecessor to today's European Union, established diplomatic relations. This historic moment opened a new chapter of friendship and cooperation. Over the past half a century, both sides have championed multilateralism, deepened collaboration and achieved mutually beneficial outcomes. Their enduring efforts have played a constructive role in advancing global peace and development. A healthy and stable partnership not only serves their interests, but also helps shape a better world. 'The wise find common ground; the unwise dwell on differences.' This slightly adapted line from the earliest known text on Chinese medicine, The Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon, reflects the spirit of cooperation between the two sides across decades and offers a guiding vision for the future. In March 2014, shortly before his state visit to Belgium and visit to the EU headquarters, President Xi Jinping cited this ancient Chinese quote in his article published in Belgian newspaper Le Soir. The sentence emphasizes that wise people focus on shared values and embrace diversity to achieve mutual benefit; whereas the unwise amplify differences, foment conflict and invite failure. Through this quote, Xi conveyed his hope that China and the EU will respect each other, treat each other as equals, seek common ground while respecting differences, deepen communication and stay committed to mutually beneficial cooperation. He called for finding the greatest common interests, sharing opportunities and jointly tackling challenges. Given their differences in history and culture, social institutions and stages of development, it is only natural for China and the EU to have varying perspectives, and even disagreements, on certain issues. Like-mindedness makes for partnership, and seeking common ground while respecting differences is also a feature of partnership. Both past experiences and present realities have shown that as long as both sides adhere to mutual respect, treat each other as equals and engage in candid dialogue, differences cannot stand in the way of dialogue, nor can disagreements impede collaboration. To date, China and the EU have established over 70 consultation and dialogue mechanisms, covering a broad spectrum of sectors including politics, economy and trade, people-to-people exchange, science and technology, energy and the environment. Bilateral trade expanded from just over $2.4 billion in 1975 to over $780 billion in 2024. Two-way investment, once negligible, surged to nearly $260 billion. Since its launch in 2011, the China-Europe Railway Express, dubbed the 'steel camel caravan,' has reached 227 cities across 25 European countries, completing over 100,000 freight trips, and become a key link between Asia and Europe. Throughout history, both Chinese and European civilizations have made lasting impacts on the progress of humanity. In recent years, exchanges in education, science and technology have flourished. Cultural exchange is becoming more vibrant and connections between people are growing ever closer, continuously enriching their shared stories of mutual understanding, cooperation, exchange and mutual learning. 'The wise find common ground; the unwise dwell on differences.' At the new starting point that is the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations, China and the EU should remain true to the original aspiration of their partnership, seek common ground while respecting differences, build mutual trust and pursue mutually beneficial cooperation. Together, they will foster global peace and prosperity, as well as usher in a new, promising chapter in the next 50 years. Comments to [email protected] TikTok: X: Facebook: Weibo: Website: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Beijing Review
Daily Mirror
23-04-2025
- Daily Mirror
Foreign Office warns of week of 'severe travel disruption' in EU country
The Foreign Office has issued a fresh warning for Brits travelling to Belgium, as the country is set to see a week of 'severe travel disruption' due to industrial action The Foreign Office has issued a fresh warning to Brits planning a trip to Belgium, as the country is set for a week of 'severe travel disruption' due to strikes. Train services are expected to be the most affected by the industrial action which began yesterday and will run until next week. "Rail unions plan to strike on 22 and 29 April," the UK Government department has warned. "There may be significant disruption across the rail network. A general strike is planned for 29 April and may cause severe travel disruption across the entire country." Strikes in Belgium are typically flagged as a recurring issue that can impact both local and international journeys. These industrial actions, often targeting major urban areas, can be announced with little notice, and there's always a chance that planned strikes could unexpectedly extend. Strike days have also seen demonstrations and protests break out simultaneously. Britons travelling to Belgium are advised to watch local media and liaise with their travel operators to stay updated on any changes. Despite a reduced service, Belgian Railways plans to operate an 'alternative service' based on available staff. The strikes this week are likely to be followed by more over the summer. "It's a marathon" rather than a sprint, a union source told Le Soir newspaper this week. The FGTB union is also planning strikes on June 27, as well as a major demonstration for September 22. In a recent update on April 20, the rail company announced: "Due to a strike action announced by five trade unions against measures included in the government agreement, train availability will be limited from Monday 21, April, from 10 PM, to Tuesday, 22 April (last train). The alternative service will be visible 24 hours in advance in the journey planner on this website and in the SNCB-NMBS app. For information on international traffic, please visit the SNCB-NMBS International website. Beyond this, visitors can use regional websites such as Brussels, Walloon and Flemish for localised updates." The transport strikes in Belgium have erupted just months after a massive public outcry over proposed pension changes. According to Reuters, the reforms incentivise working beyond the point of retirement with '35 years of service', while penalising those who don't hit the 35-year mark. The demonstrations evolved into a several-day strike, causing an upheaval in travel that saw the cancellation of hundreds of flights. Protesters were also witnessed setting off fireworks, while police reportedly used tear gas and water cannons on crowds that gathered outside the headquarters of political party, MR. The Foreign Office has issued a warning, noting: "Demonstrations and strikes often take place in major cities, particularly in transport hubs and around the Schuman area (EU quarter) in Brussels. Most demonstrations are peaceful, but there is a risk of unrest or violence. There has also been violence following major sporting fixtures. Demonstrations by farmers can block major roads and delay traffic. Demonstrations in the Schuman area can affect access to the British Embassy and the British Consulate General."
