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Europe Ready to Counter Trump's Tariff Threats with Strong Economic Stance

Europe has strong economic muscles and will give the USA a resolute answer to Donald Trump's new tariff threats, says Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa. If we don't get that they are actually ready to sit down for serious negotiations, then Europe will not back down.

Europe Ready to Counter Trump's Tariff Threats with Strong Economic Stance

Trump Declines EU Trade Agreement Amid Tariff Dispute

USA's President Donald Trump says that he "does not seek a settlement" with the EU on tariffs. The EU's Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic writes on the other hand that the EU continues to seek an agreement with the US.

Trump Declines EU Trade Agreement Amid Tariff Dispute

Bulgaria Set to Adopt Euro Currency in 2026

The EU country Bulgaria is on its way to become the 21st country to introduce the euro as currency. A final formal obstacle can soon be overcome and open up for the transition in 2026.

Bulgaria Set to Adopt Euro Currency in 2026

EU Delays New Bank Capital Requirements to 2027

The introduction of increased capital requirements for banks engaged in securities trading is being postponed until the start of 2027. This is confirmed by a spokesperson for the EU Commission to the news agency Bloomberg.

EU Delays New Bank Capital Requirements to 2027

EU Boosts Humanitarian Aid to Gaza and West Bank

The EU Commission is providing over half a billion kronor (50 million euro) in humanitarian aid to Gaza and the West Bank. "We are increasing our support to our partners to help address acute needs and alleviate the suffering of Palestinians.

EU Boosts Humanitarian Aid to Gaza and West Bank

EU Proposes New Category for Medium-Sized Companies to Simplify Rules

Tens of thousands of medium-sized companies in the EU will become more competitive with the help of their own rules. .

EU Proposes New Category for Medium-Sized Companies to Simplify Rules

New Swedish Nuclear Power Law Criticized for Unclear Costs

The Riksdag has passed the law on how new nuclear power will be financed. But nothing is said about how high the price tag will be.

New Swedish Nuclear Power Law Criticized for Unclear Costs

Low-cost Airlines' Baggage Fees Under EU Scrutiny for Legality

The baggage fees of several major low-cost airlines may be illegal. The Norwegian Consumer Council, the Norwegian equivalent of the Consumer Agency, lists seven companies, including Norwegian and Ryanair, that charge incorrect fees for hand luggage.

Low-cost Airlines' Baggage Fees Under EU Scrutiny for Legality

EU to Review Israel Agreement Over Gaza Actions

The EU Commission is to examine whether Israel's actions in Gaza breach the terms of the EU's cooperation agreement with Israel. But there is as yet no agreement on sanctions against Israeli ministers or settlers.

EU to Review Israel Agreement Over Gaza Actions

EU Proposal Eases Return of Asylum Seekers to Safe Third Countries

The EU opens the door to "Rwanda models" in new rules on which countries can be considered safe to send asylum seekers to. The connection to the recipient country will no longer be necessary.

EU Proposal Eases Return of Asylum Seekers to Safe Third Countries

UK Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Settlers in West Bank

The United Kingdom is pausing talks with Israel on a new free trade agreement and introducing sanctions against settlers in the West Bank. Several EU countries also want to toughen their tone towards Israel, among other things by reviewing cooperation agreements and introducing sanctions against ministers.

UK Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Settlers in West Bank

Trade Tensions with US Impact EU Growth Forecasts

Threatening trade war with the USA gets the economy to tremble. The spring forecast points towards less growth than expected.

Trade Tensions with US Impact EU Growth Forecasts

Sweden Advises Against Costly New ALS Drug Due to Limited Benefits

The regions are advised against using a new medication for the nervous disease ALS. The treatment is deemed too expensive and not to have any tangible impact on the patients.

Sweden Advises Against Costly New ALS Drug Due to Limited Benefits

Trump's Tariff Pause with EU Likely to Extend, Says Swedish Minister

The USA has started signaling interest in a customs agreement with the EU. But according to Sweden's Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (M), the risk is great that they won't make it in time - when President Donald Trump's 90-day tariff pause expires.

Trump's Tariff Pause with EU Likely to Extend, Says Swedish Minister

Sweden Seeks to Restart EU-Australia Trade Deal Talks

The Government will at a ministerial meeting in Brussels take the initiative to start negotiations on a trade agreement with Australia again. We want new trade routes for our companies, it is extra important now, says Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party).

Sweden Seeks to Restart EU-Australia Trade Deal Talks

US-EU Tariff Agreement Faces Delays, Says Finance Minister

A quick agreement on tariffs and trade between the Trump administration and the EU may be difficult to achieve, according to US Finance Minister Scott Bessent. I believe that the US and Europe will become a bit slower, he says about how the negotiations have gone so far.

US-EU Tariff Agreement Faces Delays, Says Finance Minister

EU's Trade Response: Carrot and Stick Approach to US Tariffs

As a response to the various tariffs imposed by the USA in the ongoing trade war, the EU has today presented a 218-page long list of goods that may be affected by countermeasures. The list is both a carrot and a stick, according to Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party).

EU's Trade Response: Carrot and Stick Approach to US Tariffs

EU Considers New Tariffs on US Goods Including Horses and Golf Balls

Multi-billion import from USA may be affected when EU prepares for next response, if trade war continues. On the new list, there are everything from horses to pulp and novelty items.

EU Considers New Tariffs on US Goods Including Horses and Golf Balls

EU Parliament Votes to Reduce Wolf Protection Status

The European Parliament approves that the wolf in Europe is classified as only "protected", instead of "strictly protected". The change follows that the EU Commission got the EU member states and the European Council on board for the downgrading last autumn, since the wolf population in Europe has grown in recent years.

EU Parliament Votes to Reduce Wolf Protection Status

EU Sues Sweden Over Tax and Maritime Control Issues

The EU Commission is taking Sweden to court due to the preliminary income tax levied on companies from other EU countries that do not have an F-tax certificate. The Commission believes that the requirement breaches the right to offer services freely within the EU.

EU Sues Sweden Over Tax and Maritime Control Issues

EU Aims to End Russian Gas Imports by 2027

At the latest by the end of 2027, all gas imports from Russia should be shut down, urges. .

EU Aims to End Russian Gas Imports by 2027

EU Weighs Complete Ban on Russian Gas Imports by 2027

The EU Commission can suggest a ban on importing gas from Russia, reports news agency Bloomberg, citing sources. The proposal can be presented in Strasbourg on Tuesday and would put a stop to all fossil gas from Russia as of the end of 2027 – regardless of whether it is transported via gas pipelines or in liquid form on tankers, according to sources.

EU Weighs Complete Ban on Russian Gas Imports by 2027

EU Continues Billion-Euro Russian Oil Purchases Despite Phase-Out Plan

Despite the goal of completely phasing out Russian energy by 2027, most EU countries are still buying oil and gas from Russia for billions every year, reports Swedish Radio Ekot. Absurd, says an energy analyst.

EU Continues Billion-Euro Russian Oil Purchases Despite Phase-Out Plan

Svantesson: EU Tariffs Should Impact US Economy

Minister for Finance Elisabeth Svantesson (The Moderate Party) believes that the EU should respond forcefully to the US trade war. It's about taking as directed and proportionate countermeasures as possible, which can harm the American economy, she says.

Svantesson: EU Tariffs Should Impact US Economy