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EU Customs Dispute with Poland Delays Ukraine Trade Agreement

War-torn Ukraine risks getting hit by a customs blow from the EU in a few weeks. The trade agreement signed with the country after the Russian attack in 2022 expires on June 5 – and Poland is slowing down the introduction of a new agreement.

EU Customs Dispute with Poland Delays Ukraine Trade Agreement

Trump's Tariff Pause with EU Likely to Extend, Says Swedish Minister

The USA has started signaling interest in a customs agreement with the EU. But according to Sweden's Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (M), the risk is great that they won't make it in time - when President Donald Trump's 90-day tariff pause expires.

Trump's Tariff Pause with EU Likely to Extend, Says Swedish Minister

Sweden Seeks to Restart EU-Australia Trade Deal Talks

The Government will at a ministerial meeting in Brussels take the initiative to start negotiations on a trade agreement with Australia again. We want new trade routes for our companies, it is extra important now, says Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party).

Sweden Seeks to Restart EU-Australia Trade Deal Talks

Saab Shares Bought by State Secretary Before Gripen Jet Deal with Hungary

State Secretary Diana Janse (The Moderate Party) bought shares in Saab the day before Sweden signed a billion-dollar agreement on new Jas fighter jets with Hungary, reports Aftonbladet. .

Saab Shares Bought by State Secretary Before Gripen Jet Deal with Hungary

Economist: US-China Tariffs Lower Than Expected During Pause

That the tariffs between the USA and China are being reduced as much during an announced tariff pause is a relief for the global financial markets, states Danske Bank's senior strategist Maria Landeborn. It is a pause with lower tariffs than what I believe anyone had dared to believe and hope for, she says.

Economist: US-China Tariffs Lower Than Expected During Pause

EU's Trade Response: Carrot and Stick Approach to US Tariffs

As a response to the various tariffs imposed by the USA in the ongoing trade war, the EU has today presented a 218-page long list of goods that may be affected by countermeasures. The list is both a carrot and a stick, according to Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party).

EU's Trade Response: Carrot and Stick Approach to US Tariffs

Sweden Pledges 20 Million Kronor to Support Radio Free Europe

Sweden is supporting Radio Free Europe, threatened with closure, with 20 million kronor. We are showing the way and hope that more will follow, says Minister for Development Cooperation and Trade Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party) to TT.

Sweden Pledges 20 Million Kronor to Support Radio Free Europe

Sweden Funds Ukrainian University Research for EU Membership Path

Sweden is supporting the Ukrainian university Kyiv School of Economics (KSE) with 23. 6 million kronor for research and education that will facilitate the country's path towards EU membership.

Sweden Funds Ukrainian University Research for EU Membership Path

Minister Benjamin Dousa Shelters in Kyiv Bomb Shelter Amid Russian Attacks

Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party) was forced to seek shelter in Kyiv when Russia attacked the Ukrainian capital. .

Minister Benjamin Dousa Shelters in Kyiv Bomb Shelter Amid Russian Attacks

Sweden to Support Rebuilding of Historic Gammalsvenskby in Ukraine

Sweden has signed to support the rebuilding of Gammalsvenskby in Ukraine, which has been severely affected by Russia's ongoing war. .

Sweden to Support Rebuilding of Historic Gammalsvenskby in Ukraine

The Government Establishes a "Customs Hotline" for Companies

The Government is to create a kind of customs hotline for companies that feel uncertainty about the USA's trade tariffs. .

The Government Establishes a "Customs Hotline" for Companies

Sweden Warns of Economic Impact from Trump's Tariffs, Eyes Short-Term Work

The government warns of enormous consequences of Trump's tariffs and growth will have to be written down. This is harmful to the Swedish economy, says Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (The Moderate Party).

Sweden Warns of Economic Impact from Trump's Tariffs, Eyes Short-Term Work

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

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

White House Dismisses Reports of Trump Tariff Pause as Fake News

The White House press secretary says that reports of President Donald Trump considering a tariff pause are "fake news", reports CNBC. .

White House Dismisses Reports of Trump Tariff Pause as Fake News

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

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

Minister Warns of Global Trade Impact as China Hits Back at US Tariffs

China has responded to Donald Trump with a message. The Asian superpower is imposing an additional 34 percent tariff on American goods.

Minister Warns of Global Trade Impact as China Hits Back at US 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.

Sweden Braces for Economic Impact from US Tariffs, Government Warns

Sweden Seeks to Shield Key Goods from EU-US Tariff Clash

Juice and jeans are okay. But many other goods need to be exempted in the EU's response to the USA in the escalated trade war.

Sweden Seeks to Shield Key Goods from EU-US Tariff Clash

US Car Tariffs Threaten Swedish Auto Industry, Warns Dousa

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, is introducing 25-percent tariffs on all vehicles and vehicle components manufactured outside the USA from April 3 and May 3, respectively. We want to avoid such a scenario, says Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party).

US Car Tariffs Threaten Swedish Auto Industry, Warns Dousa

Sweden Seeks Clarity from US on $15 Million Aid Funds

Sweden is trying, together with Norway and the Netherlands, to get clarity on what will happen to a total of 15 million dollars, equivalent to 152 million kronor, which has been paid into the American aid agency Usaid. .

Sweden Seeks Clarity from US on $15 Million Aid Funds

Sweden Allocates Another Billion to Ukraine

Sweden is increasing aid to Ukraine by 1. 4 billion kronor.

Sweden Allocates Another Billion to Ukraine

EU to USA on trade war: "Need a partner"

The EU responds quickly to the Trump administration's tariffs on steel and aluminum, but is also planning a second round of countermeasures. Meanwhile, the EU Commission is open to negotiations.

EU to USA on trade war: "Need a partner"