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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Poland will not get back any of the billion fines that were withdrawn from the country during the previous government's long-standing dispute with the EU Commission over the independence of the courts.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

BMW and Tesla sue EU

Car manufacturers BMW and Tesla are suing the EU Commission in dissatisfaction over the tariffs of up to 45 percent that the EU has imposed on electric car manufacturers in China. German BMW points out that the tariffs do not strengthen the competitiveness of European electric car manufacturers, but rather the opposite.

BMW and Tesla sue EU

EU extends sanctions against Russia

Hungary drops its veto threat and agrees to extend the EU's sanctions against Russia. Absolutely necessary, says Sweden's Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard.

EU extends sanctions against Russia

Course dive for Ericsson – unexpectedly weak report

The telecom equipment manufacturer Ericsson reports a lower profit than expected for last year's final quarter. And the increase of the dividend to 9.

Course dive for Ericsson – unexpectedly weak report

Trump is back – here are five tough choices for Europe

Ukraine, defense, trade, climate and tech giants. Here are five heavy questions that Europe must address after Donald Trump's inauguration in the USA.

Trump is back – here are five tough choices for Europe

The tech giants take on the EU

With accusations of censorship and tariffs, the US internet giants are at war with the EU. Hold on or back down is the question for the new digital commissioner Henna Virkkunen.

The tech giants take on the EU

EU updates Mexico agreement

The EU Commission and Mexico now finally hope to have reached an agreement on modernizing their trade agreement from 2000. "We want to deepen our cooperation even further, to great benefit for our people and economies.

EU updates Mexico agreement

Investigation expanded against X

The EU Commission is toughening its tone against X - but claims at the same time that it has nothing to do with the recent harsh words from the internet giant's owner Elon Musk. .

Investigation expanded against X

After the Ceasefire: EU Billion to Gaza

The EU Commission is promising 120 million euros – approximately 1. 4 billion Swedish kronor – in immediate support to Gaza following the agreement on a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

After the Ceasefire: EU Billion to Gaza

Proposals for new electricity areas delayed

The publication of proposals for Sweden's new electricity areas is being postponed. The recommendations that were supposed to be presented on January 27 will now be published later in the spring, writes Svenska kraftnät in a press release.

Proposals for new electricity areas delayed

Concern in the EU over cyberattacks on healthcare

After 309 cyberattacks against the healthcare sector in the EU in 2023, an action plan is now being presented to increase digital security. "Prevention is better than cure, so we must prevent cyberattacks from occurring.

Concern in the EU over cyberattacks on healthcare

Anxiety is growing ahead of the EU's new cider rules

The EU's plans to standardize what is officially allowed to be called cider have created anxiety among Nordic beverage producers. .

Anxiety is growing ahead of the EU's new cider rules

Experts: Hidden Motives behind the Greenland Play

Donald Trump's statement about making Greenland American can be a smokescreen for real interests. This is like the opening move in a chess game, says political scientist Anamaria Dutceac Segesten.

Experts: Hidden Motives behind the Greenland Play