Istanbul, Tirana stock exchanges sign co-operation deal2013-06-12The deal between the two markets envisions joint projects and expertise exchange. Also in business this week: More than one-third of Greeks are self-employed, and a new auto parts facility in Romania is expected to create 300 jobs.
Greece receives 1.7 billion euros from the IMF2013-06-05The fund lauded the country's performance in meeting its committments. Also in business news: Montenegro expects the country to be visited by around 1.5 million tourists this summer.
Albania-Macedonia trade up by 15 percent2013-05-29Businessmen discussed ways to increase co-operation between the two countries. Also in business news: China Glory International plans to invest 1.5 billion euros to build golf courses in Cyprus.
Romania's lifting visas for Kosovo could lead to recognition, analysts say2013-05-27By lifting visa requirements for Kosovo citizens, Bucharest might be changing its position on Kosovo's independence, some say.
Turkey lifts customs restrictions for Bulgaria2013-05-22The two-day strike by Bulgarian truck drivers at the border ended with the restrictions being lifted. Also in business news: Greece's economy is expected to register positive growth next year.
Bulgaria, Turkey working on energy projects2013-05-15The joint working groups will target the Nabucco gas pipeline. Also in business news: The International Financial Corporation is holding bank training for financial employees in the region.
New 5-euro note in circulation2013-05-08Watermarks, holograms and invisible ink are some of the new security features of the 5 euro bill. Also in business news: Japan and Turkey signed a deal to build a nuclear plant on Turkey's Black Sea Coast.
Experts laud Macedonia corruption arrest2013-04-26Macedonia is making an effort to crack down on corruption, officials and analysts said.
Kosovo, Serbia stand to gain from EU recommendations2013-04-24Moving forward on the path to European integration will benefit both countries, analysts said.
Cyprus crisis: Opportunities and challenges for reunification2013-04-17The Cyprus bailout and gas discoveries present both opportunities and challenges for the divided island.
EU economic programme to benefit Balkans, Turkey2013-04-10A new EU investment programme foresees economic and social benefits for the Union's member aspirants.
After Cyprus bailout, Israeli apology, gas takes centre stage2013-04-09Greece, Turkey, Israel and Cyprus all have stakes in Eastern Mediterranean natural gas.
Albanian farms to benefit from VAT exemptions2013-04-03The initiative is expected to aid 350,000 farms in the country. Also in business news: the Bank of Cyprus is suspending its operations in Romania and Czech power utility CEZ filed a complaint with the European Commission against Bulgaria.
Cyprus faces deep recession, but worst-case scenario avoided2013-03-26Cyprus' banking sector will be restructured under the deal reached Sunday.
Cyprus' fate is unclear after parliament rejects EU bailout2013-03-20The bailout deal fails to win a single vote in parliament.
Turkey's EU bid getting back on track2013-03-14European leaders hint at renewed talks as analysts call for closer engagement.
Kosovo-EU agreement depends on reforms2013-03-12EU officials are urging Pristina to boost reform progress in order to establish a stabilisation and accession agreement with the Union.
Turkey, Greece look to expand co-operation2013-03-06The two prime ministers signed 25 agreements to boost co-operation. Also in business news: Bulgaria's energy regulator proposed cutting electricity prices and BiH Airlines will launch a new route April 1st.
EU: Regional economies recovering2013-02-27Economies in the regional EU member and candidate countries are expected to grow this year. Also in business news: Greece hopes to further Europe's energy security.
Anastasiades wins Cypriot presidency, wants quick bailout2013-02-26Economic woes face him, but so do stalled re-unification hopes.