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Macron hosts meeting on "existential threat"

France's President Emmanuel Macron is once again hosting a European top meeting about the "existential threat" from Russia following the latest developments in recent days, including the situation in Ukraine. .

Macron hosts meeting on "existential threat"

Stricter requirements on imports – EU's response to farmer protests

Imported goods should not be given a competitive advantage by being produced with less ambitious environmental requirements than in the EU. .

Stricter requirements on imports – EU's response to farmer protests

Hour of Fate for Shocked Europe

Panic looms when a slow-moving and divided Europe tries to handle the US's negotiations with Russia about the war in Ukraine. The EU and Nato can both be broken and strengthened.

Hour of Fate for Shocked Europe

EU Loans for Weapons? "Bad Idea", Says Sweden

Sweden can imagine easing the EU's budget rules so that more can invest in defense. But joint EU loans are still disliked by the Finance Minister.

EU Loans for Weapons? "Bad Idea", Says Sweden

Rutte met Kellogg – EU leaders to Kyiv

Nato's Secretary General Mark Rutte has met with President Donald Trump's Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg in Brussels. "We have a lot to do", notes the Nato chief.

Rutte met Kellogg – EU leaders to Kyiv

EU countries support Swedish demand for pyrotechnics

Sweden and six other countries want the EU to do more against criminal networks. Among other things, they are urging the EU Commission to see what can be done to prevent pyrotechnics from being used in explosions.

EU countries support Swedish demand for pyrotechnics

Controversial forest proposals are ready – do not meet the targets

The Environmental Objectives Committee's proposal is not enough for Sweden to reach the climate goals for the forest. Reality has shown that more measures are required, it is completely obvious, says the committee's chairman Lars Tysklind (The Liberals).

Controversial forest proposals are ready – do not meet the targets

The Pelicot scandal may lead to consent law in the EU

The rape scandal surrounding French Dominique Pelle's exploitation of his wife may contribute to the EU getting a consent law. .

The Pelicot scandal may lead to consent law in the EU

USA and EU meet after tariff threats

The EU promises to respond to US tariffs - but meets the new Trump administration for the first time. We have deep and strong ties, emphasizes Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

USA and EU meet after tariff threats

Swedish violence in EU focus: "Down to hell"

Sweden is met with both concern and criticism when gang violence is debated in the EU. We need to do a lot – and quickly, promises the EU Commission.

Swedish violence in EU focus: "Down to hell"

Wait and See – EU's Response to Trump's Tariff Threats

Wait and see what happens, is the EU's stance when it comes to the new US tariffs on steel and aluminum of 25 percent that President Donald Trump has threatened with over the weekend. Before the EU responds, both the EU and the Swedish government want to see clearer announcements about the US tariffs.

Wait and See – EU's Response to Trump's Tariff Threats

Companies stick to climate goals – despite Trump

Do not touch the focus on tougher environmental and climate regulations. And those who want to turn back the clock on discrimination laws and diversity are mistaken.

Companies stick to climate goals – despite Trump

Trade from Shein and Temu Slows Down

The Swedes have in recent years purchased increasingly from China, not least from low-price companies Temu and Shein. But at the end of 2024, growth slowed down, according to figures from the Transport Companies.

Trade from Shein and Temu Slows Down

No Discount on Fines for Poland – Despite Change in Power

Poland will not get back any of the billion fines that were withdrawn from the country during the previous government's long-standing dispute with the EU Commission over the independence of the courts. The EU Court of Justice rejected on Wednesday a Polish demand to write off at least parts of the fines.

No Discount on Fines for Poland – Despite Change in Power

The EU tightens its tone against Temu and Shein

Stricter controls of packages from mainly China are promised when the EU Commission takes action against irregularities within the increasingly growing e-commerce. .

The EU tightens its tone against Temu and Shein

The Expert: It May Become US Tariffs on Everything from the EU

Medicines, vehicles, electrical equipment, and food are some sectors that are expected to be close at hand when Donald Trump plans tariffs against the EU. But it could also be a broadside with new tariffs on everything from the EU – including Swedish US exports.

The Expert: It May Become US Tariffs on Everything from the EU

Malmström: How to Negotiate with Trump

If the USA's President Trump strikes with tariffs against the EU, it's about time to strike back. One must show that one cannot continue and start this type of trade war, says the EU's former Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmström.

Malmström: How to Negotiate with Trump

Europe on Defense: We Must Do More

We must do more. This is stated by both the EU and Nato in the pursuit of ways to handle the defense of Europe after Donald Trump's return as president in the USA.

Europe on Defense: We Must Do More

Loans or Pensions? This is How the Weapons Will be Paid For

Europe is becoming increasingly united on the need for a substantial military buildup. But how will it be financed? Tough battles are expected this year over demands ranging from joint loans to reduced welfare.

Loans or Pensions? This is How the Weapons Will be Paid For

So Sweden can be hit by Trump's tariffs

If President Donald Trump imposes tariffs on the EU, the Swedish steel and automotive industry may be affected. At the same time, an upward inflation pressure could make it more difficult to continue with interest rate cuts.

So Sweden can be hit by Trump's tariffs

Five years after Brexit – English wine protected in the EU

English wine from Sussex gets origin protection in the EU – on the day five years after the UK left the union on January 31, 2020. The products from the counties of East and West Sussex are described as a "broad range of light wines, including crisp dry whites, fruity reds, and elegant rosé".

Five years after Brexit – English wine protected in the EU

Migration in the EU: Rapid Steps towards Tougher Measures

Europe is heading towards a tougher border and refugee policy. The election campaign in Germany is paving the way for rapid steps towards more deportations and migration management outside the EU.

Migration in the EU: Rapid Steps towards Tougher Measures

No video games for Putin - new EU sanction

Ban on TV game consoles that can control drones is included as EU countries try to agree on another sanctions package against Russia. .

No video games for Putin - new EU sanction

Sacrifice the Environment for Competitiveness – a New EU Requirement

The environment and sustainable solutions may become the losers when Europe tries to become more competitive. Tough demands for simplifications can lead to delayed and watered-down legislation.

Sacrifice the Environment for Competitiveness – a New EU Requirement