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U.S. Maintains High Tariffs, Impacting Swedish Exports

The customs conflict between the EU and the USA is not over. It is only parts of it that have been put on hold.

U.S. Maintains High Tariffs, Impacting Swedish Exports

Zimbabwe Begins Partial Compensation for White Farmers' Land Seizures

The government in Zimbabwe has begun to compensate white farmers economically for their property being seized around 20 years ago, under the then-president Robert Mugabe's regime. .

Zimbabwe Begins Partial Compensation for White Farmers' Land Seizures

Uncertainty Lingers Despite Trump's Tariff Pause, Say Swedish Leaders

What we see now is something we have never seen before. That's what Jacob Wallenberg, chairman of the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise, says after today's meeting with the government about Donald Trump's tariff gamble.

Uncertainty Lingers Despite Trump's Tariff Pause, Say Swedish Leaders

EU Pledges $3.1 Billion Aid for Refugees in Chad and Sudan

The EU is supporting refugees and those in need in mainly Chad and Sudan with the equivalent of 3. 1 billion kronor.

EU Pledges $3.1 Billion Aid for Refugees in Chad and Sudan

Global Trade Tensions Rise as Trump Imposes New Tariffs

The global trade war is in full swing. Here is a selection of the developments since Donald Trump won the American presidential election last autumn.

Global Trade Tensions Rise as Trump Imposes New Tariffs

EU Halts Retaliatory Tariffs on US for 90 Days, Seeks Negotiations

The EU is putting its retaliatory tariffs against the USA on hold for three months – but continues to plan for more. "If negotiations are not successful, our countermeasures will come into force", warns Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

EU Halts Retaliatory Tariffs on US for 90 Days, Seeks Negotiations

Trump Pauses Tariffs for 90 Days to Boost Trade Talks with EU

The USA is pausing tariffs for 90 days for countries that have not introduced retaliatory tariffs against the country, writes President Donald Trump on Truth Social. According to the White House, the pause is "universal" and thus also applies to the EU.

Trump Pauses Tariffs for 90 Days to Boost Trade Talks with EU

Trade Tensions Escalate: Timeline of Recent Tariff Developments

The global customs war is in full swing. How did we end up here? And what new penalty fees can be expected in the near future? This is a timeline of what has happened and what is to come.

Trade Tensions Escalate: Timeline of Recent Tariff Developments

EU Greenlights Retaliatory Tariffs on US Goods Starting April 15

The EU member states say a resounding yes to responding to the US tariffs - but open up for stopping the trade war "at any time". "Tariffs can start being collected from April 15", announces the EU Commission.

EU Greenlights Retaliatory Tariffs on US Goods Starting April 15

EU Cities Boost Investment in Emission Reduction Efforts

More than half of the cities and municipalities within the EU plan to increase their climate efforts to reduce emissions, according to a survey from the European Investment Bank (EIB). 1,002 municipalities in all 27 EU countries responded to the survey, and 56 percent stated that they plan to make more investments to reduce emissions.

EU Cities Boost Investment in Emission Reduction Efforts

Sweden Secures Tariff Exemption for Key Industrial Goods

Kaolin, an important commodity in Swedish industry, is exempted from the EU tariffs that are to respond to the American duties on steel and aluminium from Europe, according to the government. .

Sweden Secures Tariff Exemption for Key Industrial Goods

UK Faces Lower Tariffs Than EU in US Trade Dispute

Great Britain is not hit as hard by the American tariffs, even in comparison with allies. As the EU goes into battle and China strikes back with force, Keir Starmer's government chooses to lie low.

UK Faces Lower Tariffs Than EU in US Trade Dispute

EU Prepares Counter Tariffs as Trade Tensions with US Escalate

Thousands of goods are hit with tariffs in the EU's first counterstrike in the trade war with the USA. Step two is already being prepared – at the same time as frustration is growing over the difficulty of getting real negotiations started.

EU Prepares Counter Tariffs as Trade Tensions with US Escalate

EU Proposes Tariffs on US Sausage and Diamonds

The EU Commission proposes 25-percent tariffs on a large number of American goods, but not to the value previously announced. This according to a document that the news agency Reuters has taken part of.

EU Proposes Tariffs on US Sausage and Diamonds

EU Prepares to Vote on Retaliatory Tariffs Against US on Wednesday

The EU wants to negotiate with the USA – but is preparing for countermeasures. On Wednesday, a first list of retaliatory tariffs will be voted on.

EU Prepares to Vote on Retaliatory Tariffs Against US on Wednesday

EU Considers Tariffs on US Goods: Alcohol, Tech, and More at Risk

The EU is considering how to respond in the trade war. Among the union's weapons is a nearly 100-page long list of American goods that can be targeted.

EU Considers Tariffs on US Goods: Alcohol, Tech, and More at Risk

Economist Warns US Tariffs Echo 1930s Trade War Risks

The latest days' escalation towards a trade war, following the US's announcement of aggressive trade tariffs, resembles what happened during the Great Depression of the 1930s. It is an exact parallel to the first years of the Great Depression, says Simon Johnson, recipient of the economics prize in memory of Alfred Nobel, in SVT.

Economist Warns US Tariffs Echo 1930s Trade War Risks

Over 50 Nations Seek Tariff Talks as US Markets React to New Policies

The USA's Finance Minister Scott Bessent dismisses that President Donald Trump's new import tariffs are on their way to driving the country's economy into a recession. He also says that over 50 countries have made contact and want to negotiate about the tariffs.

Over 50 Nations Seek Tariff Talks as US Markets React to New Policies

Dousa Prioritizes Negotiations Over Retaliation in EU-US Tariff Dispute

Eggs, chicken and furniture from the USA may become more expensive if the EU introduces countermeasures against Trump's tariffs. Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa (M) would rather sit down at the negotiating table.

Dousa Prioritizes Negotiations Over Retaliation in EU-US Tariff Dispute

US Tariffs Challenge Swedish Firms, Sparking Concerns and Opportunities

Swedish companies will be affected by the USA's new tariffs. All these storm clouds - one feels bad thinking about it, says small business owner Johanna Olofsson.

US Tariffs Challenge Swedish Firms, Sparking Concerns and Opportunities

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 Tariffs on US Goods Could Raise Prices for Swedish Shoppers

Despite the fact that the EU does not want a trade war with the USA, certain American goods may still be subject to tariffs and become more expensive for Swedish consumers. This could be, for example, orange juice, peanut butter, bourbon, but also steel, says Pia Fromlet, euro economist at bank SEB.

EU Tariffs on US Goods Could Raise Prices for Swedish Shoppers

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.

EU Prepares Trade Countermeasures as US Tariffs Loom

Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Rises as Aid Efforts Intensify

The death toll after the earthquake in Myanmar almost a week ago has risen to 3,145, since rescue workers have found more bodies. .

Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Rises as Aid Efforts Intensify