The EU’s far right has tasted power. Now it wants action on migrants, cars and red tape – POLITICO
However, Italy’s Nicola Procaccini, chair of the right-wing European Conservatives and Reformists (which ideologically sits between the EPP…
Dawn of Europe’s new trade order? – Deutsche Bank
“Banks are called upon to actively shape the renewal of Europe’s economy,” Sewing declared. “If we make the…
Competitiveness compass – European Commission
To complement these three pillars, the competitiveness compass introduces five horizontal enablers to increase our competitiveness across all…
The Draghi report on EU competitiveness
Slowing productivity, demographic challenges, rising energy costs, and increased global competition are putting pressure on Europe’s long-term prosperity.…
Billions at stake: Chancellor Merz backs European patriotism for steel
Germany’s steel industry is facing an “existential crisis”, Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned, as he signalled a shift toward…
Von der Leyen tries to appease EU climate target skeptics – POLITICO
In her letter, von der Leyen opens the door to an increase in credit use, writing: “Part of…
Europe lost its drive for humane animal transport. Denmark hasn’t. – POLITICO
Member countries have been at odds over how to handle transport in hot weather, the movement of young…
How about them assets — making Russia pay for Ukraine – POLITICO
The EU wants to lend €140 billion in cash from frozen Russian funds to Ukraine; Belgium is afraid…
Germany’s Merz warns Europe risks becoming economic pawn of US, China – POLITICO
Merz has been under rising political pressure at home to do more to address Germany’s economic malaise. Following…
Slovak PM vows to derail key EU summit – POLITICO
Conclusions issued on behalf of the Council have to be supported by all 27 member countries to be…
EU can cut red tape without bowing to Trump, says Denmark – POLITICO
Rasmussen’s comments come ahead of a crucial meeting of EU leaders next week, where the EU’s deregulation drive…
Top French union leader says entire pensions system should be rebuilt – POLITICO
Momentum to suspend the reform, which remains unpopular, has grown in recent days after the collapse of a…