| September 9–15 | US politicians return from summer recess with Syria top of the agenda; voters go to the polls in Norway and Macau; Apple offers its latest products; fashionistas celebrate sartorial splendour in London
• Companies week ahead: http://www.ft.com/companies/weekahead
• Economic Outlook: US seeks final detail before Fed taper move (http://www.ft.com/intl/cms/s/0/8e0c072a-16de-11e3-9ec2-00144feabdc0.html)
• See a full guide to the week's economic data: http://markets.ft.com/research/economic-calendar
Monday – September 9
US politicians return
The US House of Representatives and Senate return from summer recess.
Strasbourg sessions
The European Parliament meets in Strasbourg, with issues on the agenda including property rights for couples, fuel quality and renewable energy directives.
Norway votes
A parliamentary election is held in Norway, where in 2009 the Red-Green coalition of prime minister Jens Stoltenberg was returned to office.
Workers' conference
A Trades Union Congress conference sees 800 delegates in Bournemouth to debate transport policy, pensions, equal pay, parental leave, age discrimination, working hours, childcare and climate (to September 11).
Electronics wizardry
IFA, the world's largest trade show for consumer electronics, continues in Berlin (to September 11).
Islamic outlook
The International Conference on Islamic Economics and Finance in Istanbul is themed "Growth, Equality and Stability: An Islamic Perspective" (to September 11).
Cradling democracy
At a London School of Economics discussion "The Last Vote: The Threats to Western Democracy", Economist writer and former Financial Times columnist Philip Coggan explains how democracy faces threats we ignore at out own risk.
Speaking volumes
Moscow International Book Fair, a showcase for publishers, continues at the All-Russian Exhibition Centre until September 9.
Swinging London revived
An exhibition "The New Situation – Art in London in the Sixties" is held by Sotheby's in London and features work by Michael Kidner, Sir Anthony Caro and Sir Peter Blake.
Tuesday – September 10
Paris pensions protest
France's trade unions are expected to take part in a Paris demonstration against pension reform which, it has been suggested, could be the biggest test yet for François Hollande's government.
EU internet reform
Neelie Kroes, European commissioner, is expected to set out proposals for reforms of European internet policy including abolition of roaming charges when making calls abroad.
Latest bites
Apple is rumoured to be holding an event at which it may reveal the final version of the iOS 7 interface. The event will also see the launch of the iPhone 5S and 5C.
China's jet set
Beijing International Business Aviation Show presents more than 30 aircraft in the fastest growing private jets market (to September 12).
Motoring showcase
Frankfurt Motor Show, the world's largest, runs until September 22.
Kiev kick-off
Ukraine play England in a qualifying football match for the Fifa World Cup next year at Kiev's Olympic Stadium.
New link in Olympic rings
The International Olympic Committee in Buenos Aires will elect a president to replace Jacques Rogge. Among candidates is Thomas Bach, vice-president and 1976 fencing champion. The host city for the 2020 games is announced. The Princess Royal is attending, the first official engagement by a senior member of the royal family in Argentina for 14 years.
Wednesday – September 11
Biofuels talks
The European Parliament meeting in Strasbourg will discuss decisions about a biofuels cap and whether to factor in the wider implications of biofuels emissions.
Summer Davos meets
The World Economic Forum hosts its meeting of New Champions in Dalian, China. The "Summer Davos" is a leading global business gathering in Asia (to September 13).
Serpentine sessions
Seven thousand athletes line up for the five-day Triathlon World Series Grand Final in London's Hyde Park.
Thursday – September 12
Exchange meeting
Mary Jo White, chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission, meets Nasdaq exchange executives in New York following the August 22 breakdown that froze trade in 2,700 securities for more than three hours.
Nurse's inquest opens
The full inquest into the death of hospital nurse Jacintha Saldanha opens at Westminster Coroner's Court. She answered a hoax call from radio presenters on December 4 believing they were royal family members. DJ Mel Greig has said she would appear at the inquest, in person or by video link.
Friday – September 13
Putting on the style
Models and celebrities put on their glad rags for London Fashion Week's shows of spring/summer collections which are based around Somerset House (to September 17).
Saturday – September 14
Special degree
Former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton collects an honorary degree from St Andrew's University, which has strong US ties. The two-day visit is part of the university's 600th anniversary celebrations
Space cargo
Nasa launches its Pressurised Cargo Module from Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia. The module will be used for the first of Orbital's eight delivery missions to the International Space Station.
Sunday – September 15
Macau voters turn out
At a general election in China's Macau region 33 seats are contested.
Pedal power
About 100 cyclists in 16 teams compete in the Tour of Britain, with its final stage in London (to September 22).
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