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Workers put up a 20-meter tall Christmas tree in Grand Place in Brussels
The Christmas tree was installed this morning and will remain in Grand Place until January 5. The 20-meter tall Nordmann tree was cut down in Rixensart on Wednesday morning. It was planted 32 years ago in front of a private home in Rixensart (Walloon Brabant).
Europe News
French trade minister flags defensive trade tools for Trump presidency
As the 27 trade ministers gathered for the first time since Donald Trump's re-election, the use of defensive trade tools against the US could be an option in case of Trump's aggressive trade policy, according to French minister Sophie Primas.
The Europe Conversation
Former EU Commission president says Putin told him of his intentions
Former EU Commission José Manuel Barroso said Putin told him he didn't want Ukraine to exist as an independent state. He said he told him his goals during the twenty five meetings he had with him during his tenure.
Europe in Motion
UK reports highest growth rate in permanent migration to OECD area
In 2023, Britain was first in terms of the number of migrants that settled to the country permanently relative to its population. In terms of the total number of new arrivals in OECD countries, it was second only to the US.
Europe News
French farmers block Bordeaux port in fourth day of nationwide protest
Proponents of the EU-Mercosur deal argue it would boost economic ties between Europe and South America by removing tariffs on exports, notably for machinery, chemicals and cars. However, the deal is widely seen as not beneficial for the agricultural sector.
World News
Euroviews. Eastern Europe needs new defences against attacks on its democracies
From Warsaw to Tbilisi, ordinary citizens and forward-thinking leaders show that resilience is possible. If governments can muster the courage to support this democratic innovation, they may find that the best way to defend democracy is by empowering the people, Ieva Cesnulaityte writes.
Economy
Central Bank of Turkey keeps key interest rate unchanged
The Central Bank of Turkey held the key interest rate at 50% at its November meeting, for the eighth month in a row. However, investors are becoming more hopeful that a rate cut may be around the corner, as inflation expectations improve.
Explore
Lower Silesia's castles, spas and walks with Eva zu Beck
In partnership with Polish Tourism Organisation
In this episode of Explore Poland, travel filmmaker and Youtuber Eva zu Beck guides us through Lower Silesia, uncovering spa towns, castle hotels, gingerbread traditions, and breathtaking mountains in this magical Polish region.
