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EU Commits 12 Billion Euros to Boost Central Asia Ties

The EU and the five Central Asian countries, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, have agreed on a historic cooperation agreement that involves billion investments from the EU's side. This concerns investments in the transport sector, renewable energy, and digital connectivity, as well as the extraction of rare raw materials, according to a press release.

EU Commits 12 Billion Euros to Boost Central Asia Ties

EU Prepares Countermeasures as US Tariffs Threaten Global Economy

The EU wants to negotiate with Donald Trump but is also ready to respond to the US's powerful import tariffs, announces the EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. .

EU Prepares Countermeasures as US Tariffs Threaten Global Economy

Global Leaders Rally Against Trump's Tariffs to Avert Trade War

Donald Trump's tariffs imply a fundamental change for global trade that will weaken the West, warns the US's allies. Even from China, harsh criticism is coming.

Global Leaders Rally Against Trump's Tariffs to Avert Trade War

Trump Warns EU and Canada of Higher Tariffs Over Economic Moves

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, warns the EU against cooperating with Canada and threatens to introduce even higher tariffs against the countries if they try to harm the US economy. .

Trump Warns EU and Canada of Higher Tariffs Over Economic Moves

Trump's Vehicle Tariffs Spark EU Regret and Market Reactions

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, is introducing 25-percent tariffs on all vehicles manufactured outside the USA from April 2. The Chairman of the EU Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, "deeply regrets" the decision.

Trump's Vehicle Tariffs Spark EU Regret and Market Reactions

EU Maintains Sanctions on Russia Until Full Military Withdrawal

The EU is not interested in easing any sanctions against Russia until the country stops waging war in Ukraine, says one of the EU Commission's spokespersons on foreign affairs. "Unconditional withdrawal of all Russian military forces from Ukraine's entire territory would be one of the main conditions for changing or easing the sanctions", says the spokesperson according to the news agency AFP.

EU Maintains Sanctions on Russia Until Full Military Withdrawal

Fishing Dispute Threatens UK-EU Defense Cooperation

The United Kingdom may need to make concessions on fishing to become part of the EU's large military buildup. .

Fishing Dispute Threatens UK-EU Defense Cooperation

The EU base in Denmark: "Standing up" for Greenland

Europe will always stand up for independence and territorial integrity, promises EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in a keynote speech in Denmark. .

The EU base in Denmark: "Standing up" for Greenland

Multi-billion support to the new Syria

Syria receives 5. 8 billion euros, equivalent to nearly 64 billion Swedish kronor, in support to help the war-torn country.

Multi-billion support to the new Syria

EU and USA in Trade Talks

The EU and the USA are initiating direct talks regarding the looming trade war, according to the EU Commission. .

EU and USA in Trade Talks

China is laughing at Trump's trade war

The USA's trade war with Europe delights China, says EU's Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas. .

China is laughing at Trump's trade war

After Trump's Threats – EU Opens Up for Negotiations

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, is threatening to introduce punitive tariffs of 200 percent on wine, champagne, and other alcoholic products from the EU. This has led the Chairman of the EU Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, to open up for negotiations.

After Trump's Threats – EU Opens Up for Negotiations

"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

The reactions did not wait when the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Ukraine is ready for direct negotiations with Russia and that a 30-day long ceasefire may be imminent. .

"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

"Hold out" – Sweden's bid on defense loans

Quick efforts are required to get Europe's major defense investments in place. But a warning about the debts, Sweden cautions.

"Hold out" – Sweden's bid on defense loans

Kristersson: Will Make a New Swedish Defense Decision

The uncertain global situation and NATO's new goals require a new Swedish defense decision, according to Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson. We will never be part of a Russian sphere of interest, says Kristersson.

Kristersson: Will Make a New Swedish Defense Decision

The EU Summit: Five Points to Keep an Eye On

It is expected broad support for the EU Commission's plan to inject equivalent to nearly 9 billion Swedish kronor (800 billion euro) into defense at Thursday's EU summit. But there are points where it can get hot.

The EU Summit: Five Points to Keep an Eye On

EU gears up – but Hungary vetoes Ukraine

All EU countries are backing the multi-billion plan for upgrading. But only 26 are in agreement on continued strong support to Ukraine.

EU gears up – but Hungary vetoes Ukraine

EU's Bold Defense Plan: A New Era of Independence from the USA

The EU is getting ready for a massive buildup to manage without the USA and Donald Trump. More is to be expected when old rules are adapted to reality.

EU's Bold Defense Plan: A New Era of Independence from the USA

Zelenskyj Joins EU Summit: Major Defense Investment on Agenda

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj will participate in Thursday's EU summit in Brussels, according to an EU spokesperson for TT. The EU countries' heads of state and government are gathering for an extraordinary defense and Ukraine summit.

Zelenskyj Joins EU Summit: Major Defense Investment on Agenda

Sweden Backs EU Plan to Boost Defense with Flexible Budget Rules

Sweden supports the EU Commission's plan to strengthen Europe's defense. It is a good proposal that has been presented, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party).

Sweden Backs EU Plan to Boost Defense with Flexible Budget Rules

After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"

A plan for a lasting peace in Ukraine was at the center of Sunday's crucial meeting in London. Afterward, the message is that it requires strong European buildup and security guarantees for Ukraine.

After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"

Support for Zelensky after the quarrel - "not alone"

The support for Ukraine and President Volodymyr Zelenskyj is pouring in after the brawl at the White House. "You are not alone" and that President Donald Trump is doing Putin's "dirty work" are some of the messages.

Support for Zelensky after the quarrel - "not alone"

Trade Agreement with India – Perhaps Already This Year?

The EU and India hope to reach a completed trade agreement already by 2025. > We have instructed our negotiators to reach a mutually beneficial free trade agreement by the end of this year, says India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a press conference in Delhi on Friday.

Trade Agreement with India – Perhaps Already This Year?

Top Meeting on Ukraine: Sweden Invited

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, has invited around 20 European leaders to a top-level meeting on Ukraine on Sunday. Among the participants are Sweden, as well as major powers such as France, Germany, and Turkey.

Top Meeting on Ukraine: Sweden Invited