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EU Prepares Trade Countermeasures as US Tariffs Loom
The EU has prepared the so-called trade bazooka, which after the USA announced its tariffs now risks being fired. We are in a trade war, says Per Altenberg, trade policy analyst at the National Board of Trade.
Macron Urges EU Firms to Rethink US Investments Over Tariffs
France's President Emmanuel Macron is urging European companies to pause their investments in the USA as a consequence of the American tariffs against the EU, which were announced on Wednesday. > What kind of message would it send if large European players invest billions in the American economy at the same time as they strike against us, says Macron at a meeting with representatives of industries affected by the tariffs.
Sweden Braces for Economic Impact from US Tariffs, Government Warns
The Government warns that the USA's tariffs can affect the economy. They can lead to lower economic growth in the short term.
Serbian Students Bike 130 Miles to EU Parliament Seeking Support
Serbian students are starting on Thursday a 130-mile bike ride to the EU Parliament in Strasbourg to draw attention to the recent protests in the country. .
EU Parliament Approves Delay in Key Sustainability Rules
The European Parliament has said yes with a large margin to postponing heavy parts of the new sustainability directives CSR and CSDD for at least a year. The rules concern, among other things, what responsibility companies need to take to ensure that subcontractors outside the EU do not contribute to, for example, environmental destruction and child labor.
EU Trade Chief Sefcovic to Discuss US Tariffs on Friday
The EU's trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic will on Friday talk to his counterparts in the USA about President Donald Trump's new tariffs. "Unjustified tariffs will inevitably backfire.
Rubio Affirms US Commitment to NATO, Calls for Increased Defense Spending
""Hysteria" says the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio about the doubts on the country's continued commitment to Nato. At the same time, the demands are repeated to allocate corresponding five percent of GDP to defence – also for the USA.
Gaza Blockade Endangers Pregnant Women and Newborns, Says Save the Children
Mothers' and newborns' lives are in danger under Israel's blockade of emergency aid to Gaza, writes Save the Children. No supplies have entered Gaza in the last month.
Kristersson Urges Action Over US Tariffs, Calls for EU-US Trade Talks
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson describes the US tariff decision as serious but not unexpected. This is bad for world trade.
Economist Urges Swedish Savers to Hold Steady Despite Tariff Impact
Many Swedish fund and stock savers wake up to gloomy messages after USA's president Donald Trump announced comprehensive tariffs. It is not time to sell off stocks or funds that have gone down due to the tariffs, at least not within the coming weeks, says economist Shoka Åhrman.
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. .
Hungary Exits ICC Following Netanyahu's Visit
Hungary is leaving the International Criminal Court (ICC), announces Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's chief of staff. The message comes in connection with war crimes accused Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the country.
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.
Trump's Tariffs Higher Than Expected, Experts Warn of Lingering Uncertainty
President Donald Trump's tariffs against the rest of the world became higher than expected, say two experts who TT has spoken to. I think it became a bit worse than what the market had counted on, says Mattias Persson, chief economist at Swedbank.
Sweden Ready to Tackle Trump's EU Tariffs, Says PM Kristersson
Sweden is well prepared, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) since USA's President Donald Trump has given notice of, among other things, 20-percent tariffs on goods from the EU. .
Trump's Tariffs Spark Global Economic Uncertainty, Experts Warn
President Donald Trump's tariffs against the rest of the world became higher than expected, say two experts who TT has spoken to. I think it became a bit worse than what the market had counted on, says Mattias Persson, chief economist at Swedbank.
Trump Announces 20 Percent Tariffs on EU Goods
The USA is introducing tariffs of 20 percent on goods from the EU, announces President Donald Trump at a press conference. He also confirms that the USA is introducing tariffs of 25 percent on all foreign-built vehicles.
Hungary Plans ICC Exit as Netanyahu Visits Budapest
Hungary is expected to announce that the country is withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC), reports The Times of Israel. The message is believed to come in connection with war crime accused Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Budapest.
Volvo and Major Automakers Fined 458 Million Euros for Cartel Involvement
The EU has imposed fines totaling 458 million euros, equivalent to approximately 4. 9 billion kronor, on 15 vehicle manufacturers and the industry's employer organization (ACEA) for participating in a cartel.
German EU Politician Faces Probe Over Controversial Nazi Greeting Post
The European Parliament lifts the immunity of the German AFD member Petr Bystron, who is being investigated in his home country for sharing a photomontage with a Nazi greeting. Bystron is being investigated for a social media post from 2022 where he welcomed the replacement of Ukraine's ambassador to Germany, reports the news agency AFP.
EU Criticizes China's Military Drills Near Taiwan
China is conducting extensive and provocative military exercises off Taiwan's coast. The EU is urging the parties to "exercise restraint", while the US wants to see "peace".
EU Expresses Willingness to Work with Syria's New Government
The EU welcomes the formation of the new transitional government in Syria. This is stated by the Union's Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas in a statement.
Central Asian Nations Resolve Fergana Valley Dispute
Three countries in Central Asia have signed an agreement to divide a disputed valley, the Fergana Valley. .
EU Stands Firm Against Trump's Tariff Threats, Says Swedish Minister
The American "Liberation Day" is approaching, according to Donald Trump. But the EU will not back down in the face of the president's tariff threats, claims Elisabeth Svantesson (The Moderate Party).
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