EU Moves to Scrutinise Low-Value Imports from Temu and Shein
In a pivotal decision taken on 13 November 2024, EU finance ministers agreed to eliminate the exemption on duty for low-value orders, a move that primarily targets the likes of…
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EU’s Ursula von der Leyen Proposes Russian Asset Loans to Fund Ukraine Amid Controversy
The European Union is grappling with funding solutions to support Ukraine as the ongoing conflict with Russia extends into its fourth year. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared…
Trump’s Scotland Visit: Key Trade Talks with EU and UK Leaders
US President Donald Trump touched down in Scotland on 25 July 2024, aiming to blend business with leisure during his five-day stay. With planned meetings with European and British leaders,…
EU Considers Measures Against Israel Amid Gaza Humanitarian Crisis, Says Kaja Kallas
In a decisive moment for the European Union’s foreign policy, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has raised the possibility of implementing measures against Israel if humanitarian conditions in Gaza…
Trump’s Trade Moves: US-Indonesia Deal Amid EU Free Trade Breakthrough
In a stunning month for global trade, US President Donald Trump has announced a new trade deal with Indonesia, coinciding with the European Union’s significant step towards a free trade…
EU Donors Pledge €5.8 Billion for Syrian Aid Amidst Transitional Challenges
At the recently held EU-led conference in Brussels on 17 March 2024, international donors pledged €5.8 billion (approximately S$8.4 billion) to support Syria’s transitional authorities as they grapple with pressing…
Ukraine and US Relations Tense as Trump Resumes Talks with Russia
The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has intensified, coinciding with a notable shift in American diplomacy led by former President Donald Trump. As the war enters its fourth year,…
Poland Advocates for Joint EU Defence Financing Ahead of Presidency
As Poland prepares to take the helm of the European Union’s presidency in January 2024, the country’s Finance Minister Andrzej Domanski has outlined a strategy for boosting common EU financing…
Pro-European Rally in Bucharest Ahead of Critical Presidential Vote
As Romania gears up for a pivotal presidential election runoff on 8 December 2024, thousands gathered in Bucharest to voice their support for centrist candidate Elena Lasconi. The atmosphere was…
Ursula von der Leyen’s Mission to Finalise EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
In an ambitious bid to conclude a long-awaited trade agreement, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Montevideo, Uruguay, on 5 December 2024. The proposed deal between the…
Romania’s Parliamentary Election Draws Attention Amid Presidential Controversy
Romanians are heading to the polls this Sunday for a critical parliamentary election, following a surprising first round in the presidential race that has left the country’s political landscape in…
Protests Erupt in Tbilisi as Georgia Freezes EU Accession Talks Until 2028
In a striking display of discontent, thousands of Georgians have gathered in Tbilisi for several nights of protests against the ruling party’s decision to postpone European Union membership talks until…
Georgian Protests Escalate Amid EU Accession Delays
Ongoing protests in Tbilisi have intensified as thousands rally against the Georgian government’s decision to delay pursuing European Union membership. The unrest stems from a post-election crisis that has plunged…
Far-Right Calin Georgescu Faces Protest and Political Scrutiny in Romania’s Presidential Election Run-off
In a startling turn of events, Calin Georgescu, the surprise victor of Romania’s presidential first round, has sparked protests and discussions about the nation’s future within NATO and the European…
Bulgaria and Romania Edge Closer to Full Schengen Membership by 2025
The anticipation surrounding Bulgaria and Romania’s accession to the Schengen Area has recently increased, with Hungary’s Interior Minister Sándor Pintér announcing that they could potentially become full members by January…
Rome Court Challenges Italy’s Migrant Policy as EU Ruling Looms
A Rome court has stirred the pot in Italy’s ongoing immigration saga by requesting that European Union judges assess the legality of detaining sea migrants in Albania. This move is…
Europe in Flux: Borrell and Draghi Respond to Trump’s Win
As the dust settles from Donald Trump’s recent election victory, key European leaders are rushing to address the potential implications for the continent. EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell and…
Vucic, Orban, and Fico Tackle Illegal Migration in Europe
KOMARNO, Slovakia — Leaders from Hungary, Slovakia, and Serbia gathered on Tuesday to discuss strategies for combating illegal migration into the European Union. As they met along the Hungarian border,…