US and EU firms strike major gas deal as trade talks hit crunch time – POLITICO
President Trump has consistently cited LNG as an opportunity to avoid a worsening trade war with Washington. “I…
Merz rules out company tax and joint borrowing in EU budget – POLITICO
The EU is also becoming too reliant on joint debt, the chancellor said, explaining it’s “permissible as an…
Germany rejects von der Leyen’s €1.8 trillion EU budget plan – POLITICO
The Commission, among other items, presented three new taxes targeting electric waste, tobacco products and high-turnover companies to…
EU’s dream of one startup regime risks shattering into 27 pieces – POLITICO
For decades, startups have complained about the varying sets of rules governing incorporation, hiring and taxation in each…
Victory for Trump as EU backs down on digital taxes in next budget – POLITICO
The Commission will propose an EU-wide levy on tobacco products such as cigarettes and cigars. These goods are…
UK’s online safety laws won’t stop a repeat of Southport riots, MPs warn – POLITICO
Now, even before the Act has been fully implemented, the committee is reopening a debate on legislating against…
Macron pitches Starmer on new special relationship as leaders strike defense deals – POLITICO
The French may be enjoying a bit of Schadenfreude over the difficulties facing AUKUS at the moment, but…
European Parliament to explore accelerated Russian gas ban for 2026 – POLITICO
Amid ongoing fears the bill could trigger an avalanche of lawsuits from Russian energy firms, Niinistö also said…
Europe’s top CEOs ask EU to pause AI Act – POLITICO
The landmark tech regulation has come under scrutiny in Brussels as part of an effort by European Union…
China spares major EU cognac-makers in trade war – POLITICO
The announcement adds to headaches already piling up in the lead-up to a summit in China on July…