EU approves Germany’s mega spending plan – POLITICO
The agreement makes use of the flexibility within the EU’s new fiscal rules, with Berlin pledging to curb…
Spain violated EU rules by meddling in banking merger, says Brussels – POLITICO
Brussels vs national capitals The Commission has been in talks with Spain over the case since last year.…
Labour MPs challenge UK fiscal watchdog after welfare debacle – POLITICO
“We have to understand that these are useful but limited forecasts, which should help to guide our decisions,…
Israel’s close EU allies express ‘concern’ over plan to move displaced Palestinians into sealed-off zone – POLITICO
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz briefed reporters earlier this week on his plan to place some 600,000 displaced…
Ukraine’s strongest asset isn’t abroad — it’s at home – POLITICO
Third, finalize the new labor code. The current one dates back to 1971. Reform is essential — not…
Ursula von der Leyen amputates the Green Deal to save its life – POLITICO
The Commission has binned requirements for companies to report on their environmental impacts and exposure to climate risks.…
Europe’s leaders take on Trump and Tehran with powerful posting – POLITICO
“With tensions in the Middle East at a new peak, stability must be the priority,” thundered Commission President…
EU urges Trump to ditch trade war as G7 kicks off – POLITICO
Europe can’t increase defense spending if it has to fight a trade war at the same time, Council…
Baltic countries team up on mass evacuation plans as Russian threat grows – POLITICO
“Clear procedures are crucial, as is the rapid exchange of information,” said Lithuania’s Interior Minister Vladislav Kondratovič in…
Seven reality checks on Britain’s sunshine spending review – POLITICO
Departments also need to find “efficiency gains” averaging 4 percent by 2028/29, a total of £13.8 billion per…