Construction
White House East Wing demolition sparks ethics concerns
An excavator has begun demolishing the facade of the White House's East Wing, marking the start of a $250 million ballroom project championed by President Trump. The move has surprised observers and drawn criticism from historic preservation groups over its impacts. Watchdogs highlight potential ethical issues tied to funding from corporations with government business.
Sinoma opens Tafo concrete plant in Ethiopia
Sinoma International Engineering Corporation Limited has inaugurated its first ready-mix concrete plant in Tafo, Ethiopia, as part of a plan to establish ten production sites nationwide. The facility aims to bolster the country's construction sector with high-quality materials. Officials from China and Ethiopia hailed the opening as a key step in bilateral economic cooperation.
Egyptian Tax Authority issues comprehensive tax guide for contracting sector
Rasha Abdel Aal, Chairperson of the Egyptian Tax Authority, announced the release of a comprehensive explanatory guide on the tax treatment of contracting and construction services under Law No. 157 of 2025. The guide aims to boost tax awareness in the contracting sector—a key pillar of Egypt's economy—by simplifying tax concepts and procedures. It is available for viewing and download on the ETA's official website.
Traffic flows over new Talbrücke Sterbecke near Schalksmühle
Starting Monday, October 20, traffic can drive over the newly built section of the Talbrücke Sterbecke near Schalksmühle on the A45 for the first time. After two and a half years of construction, traffic will flow again over the 265-meter-long bridge. The release is announced by the Federal Autobahn GmbH.