Europe’s future depends on whether it can embrace hard power, says Germany’s Merz – POLITICO
“We are, in fact, a normative alternative to imperialism and autocracy in the world,” Merz said. “We have…
Draghi to join EU leaders at retreat to boost competitiveness, Costa tells Euronews
Former European Central Bank president Mario Draghi will attend an informal meeting of European Union leaders at the…
Italy-Germany summit: Meloni and Merz push for an autonomous, competitive Europe
The summit focused on strengthening EU strategic autonomy, boosting industrial competitiveness – particularly the automotive sector – and…
Merz and Meloni – POLITICO
“[Our] two countries have stable governments, especially if compared with France’s,” he said. “It is clear that Meloni…
Trump fears muscle in on EU’s competitiveness summit – POLITICO
But that was before U.S. President Donald Trump amped up his efforts to take control of Greenland from…
A year of preparation and sharper focus: What’s on Europe’s digital policy agenda in 2026?
By Egle Markeviciute, EU Tech Loop and Euronews Published on 11/01/2026 – 8:00 GMT+1 “2025 was a difficult year…
How the EU’s stack of health files was a big win for industry – POLITICO
On Dec. 16 the Commission published its Biotech Act and Safe Hearts Plan, which landed just days after…
Border Crisis Threatens Competitiveness as Shipping Costs Surge
National Shippers’ Council urges Bangkok to adopt proactive diplomacy and cost relief measures; SMEs hit hard by…
Notes on a scandal — will a fraud probe upend the EU? – POLITICO
Brussels was jolted this week by dawn raids and an alleged fraud probe involving current and former senior…
Germany Seeks Looser EU Rules of Gasoline Cars Phase-out by 2035
Germany will plead with the EU to allow plug-in hybrids and highly efficient conventional cars to be sold…