How has the Blue Book Traineeship programme evolved in the past five years? Italy, France, and Spain are the EU countries with the highest number of candidates in the past five years. Euronews · Mar 19, 2025
This court case could decide the fate of controversial 'golden passport' programs in Europe A top court could soon put a stop to Europe's most notorious 'golden passport' Fortune · Mar 19, 2025
Russian fertilisers: a delicate balance for the EU between strategic autonomy and food security The European Commission's proposal to impose additional customs duties on Russian fertiliser imports is worrying the EU agricultural sector, as Russia accounts for 25% of imports. Euronews · Mar 18, 2025
European Commission to propose EU-wide mechanism to pool member states' defence orders Ursula von der Leyen already unveiled a ReArm Europe proposal earlier this month she said could see up to €800 billion poured into the defence sector over the next four years. Euronews · Mar 18, 2025
EU to tighten controls on steel imports and waste metal flows amid trade tensions The EU plans to tighten controls on steel and aluminium imports to prevent market dumping and restrict countries from blocking waste metal imports. Euronews · Mar 18, 2025
Lammy voices need for lasting Ukraine peace ahead of meeting with EU official Ms Kallas – who also serves as vice president of the European Commission – is also due to meet Defence Secretary John Healey. Evening Standard · Mar 18, 2025
International donors pledge €5.8bn to help new leaders rebuild Syria International donors gathered in Brussels on Monday pledged almost €6 billion ($6.5 billion) in aid for Syria, hoping to help new leaders rebuild the country following the ouster of President Bashar Assad in December. Radio France Internationale · Mar 18, 2025
EU, others pledge more than $6bn to Syria in post-al-Assad donor drive Western powers and regional neighbours attend conference in Brussels aimed at helping country rebuild after civil war. Al Jazeera · Mar 17, 2025
Online platforms fail to assess risks in annual reports, study says Reports required under the Digital Services Act must be sent to the European Commission every year. Euronews · Mar 17, 2025
Rule of law deteriorates across the EU, report finds A deterioration in the EU's rule of law is has been observed for years, according to a recently released report. Democracy indexes related to the justice system, anti-corruption and media freedom are facing persistent and systemic challenges. Euronews · Mar 17, 2025
5 takeaways on the Critical Medicines Act From funding challenges to what changes in joint drug procurement: Here’s what you need to know about the new rules aimed at securing Europe's access to critical medicines. Euronews · Mar 15, 2025
EU Commission aims to tackle the EU's skilled labour shortage The European Commission has identified 42 occupations shortages, particularly in construction, transport and health sectors. Euronews · Mar 14, 2025
‘A bad joke’: Greece gives green light to oil drilling while expanding marine protected areas Environmental lawyers say that the new concessions threaten endangered species in the biodiversity-rich Hellenic Trench. Euronews · Mar 14, 2025
EU flags stronger partnership with South Africa with €4.7bn investment European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced a €4.7 billion investment package for South Africa, on her visit to the country for the EU-South Africa summit, with the country's President Ramaphosa welcoming consolidated cooperation. Radio France Internationale · Mar 13, 2025
The Independent UK · Mar 13, 2025 EU needs ‘strategic approach’ over alcohol tariff dispute, Martin says Irish premier Micheal Martin has called for the EU to adopt a ‘strategic approach’ around US tariffs.
International Business Times · Mar 13, 2025 EU Backtracks After Trump Threatens 200 Percent Booze Tariff: 'Open For Negotiations' The European Union is ready to negotiate with the United States over escalating tariffs between the two economic superpowers, European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen said Thursday.
RideApart · Mar 13, 2025 Your New Harley Is About To Get More Expensive If You Live In Europe [UPDATE March 13, 2025: The European Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (ACEM) issued a call to exclude the entire motorcycle category from the trade war. ACEM Secretary General said, "Whilst we recognize the need for a balanced response to trade disputes, motorcycles should not become collateral damage in broader trade conflicts.…
The Independent UK · Mar 12, 2025 Europe’s retaliatory tariffs: From chewing gum to washing machines, the products that might be hit In the next month, the E.U. will put in place a total of 26 billion euros worth of tariffs
International Business Times · Mar 12, 2025 EU Hits Back Hard At Trump Tariffs To Force Dialogue The EU put on a quick show of force Wednesday against sweeping new US steel and aluminium tariffs, striking back with countermeasures that seek to hurt the United States and force it to the negotiating table.
Al Jazeera · Mar 12, 2025 Global trade war escalates as US tariffs on steel, aluminum imports launch US duties on steel and aluminium draw swift retaliation from major trading partners.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 12, 2025 Trump tariffs of 25% on steel and aluminium come into effect globally as Europe says it will retaliate – as it happened Brussels countermeasures to target €26bn of US goods from April while UK takes ‘pragmatic’ approach; US tariffs cover wide range of household goods such as tin foil
The Guardian - UK · Mar 12, 2025 Out of Putin’s war and Trump’s treachery, a new Europe is being born The EU has its Trojan horses and Nato’s cornerstone has crumbled. But European allies, including the UK, are bound by an urgent shared purpose, says Guardian Europe columnist Nathalie Tocci
The Guardian - UK · Mar 11, 2025 EU plan to deport more people will lead to ‘prolonged detention’, say critics European Commission draft includes orders for people to leave EU entirely and ‘return hubs’ to hold them outside bloc
The Independent UK · Mar 11, 2025 EU chief says member countries must use a new defense loan to buy European, not American European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says EU countries must purchase military equipment made in Europe under a new loan plan meant to help the continent provide for its own security
The Guardian - UK · Mar 10, 2025 The Guardian view on Ursula von der Leyen’s first 100 days: the steepest of learning curves Editorial: The European Commission president has had a tumultuous beginning to her second term. Going forward, she should channel the spirit of Jacques Delors