EU DECODED Will a European rush to rearm be properly funded?
The European Union wants to bolster defence in face of Russia’s aggression on Ukraine and growing US demands for greater European financial support for NATO. Read More
Trump holds off on tariffs but trade risks remain, experts warn
Trump refrained from imposing new tariffs on Day One, offering markets brief relief, but trade risks persist. Experts warn that duties on Mexico, Canada, and Europe remain likely, with targeted…
Von der Leyen on Trump: EU will be ‘pragmatic’ but protect its interests
“A lot is at stake” in EU-US relations, Ursula von der Leyen said the day after Donald Trump’s inauguration. Read More
EU tech chief defends Commission’s digital enforcement in face of criticism
MEPs have asked the European Commission for faster and stronger action on platform rules in light of recent developments on X and Meta. Read More
Slovak Prime Minister Fico faces confidence vote amid EU exit accusations
Slovakia’s Moscow-friendly prime minister has faced accusations by the country’s largest opposition party of trying to take the country out of the EU. Read More
EU finance ministers agree on France’s cost-cutting budget as Bayrou walks tightrope
France has one of the highest and longest-standing budget deficits in the eurozone – but attempts to resolve it have already toppled one government. Read More
EU new car registrations inch up in 2024 as successful Spain gives figures a boost
While new car registrations remained strong in Spain, other major European markets, including France and Germany, saw marked declines. Read More
Volkswagen warns against Trump tariffs as new presidential term begins
The German carmaker is already contending with a sales slowdown, high costs, and competition from cheaper Chinese competitors. Read More
Does China operate the Panama Canal? Trump’s inauguration speech fact-checked
The president repeated false claims related to the 2020 US election in addition to unfounded allegations against immigration. Read More
Macron urges Europe to boost defence spending as Trump presidency begins
Donald Trump has criticised the cost of US military assistance to Ukraine and aims to transfer a greater share of responsibility to Europe. Read More