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EU plans to reduce steel imports by 15%

The European Commission presented on Wednesday an action plan for the steel and metals industries. In a sector marked by strong international competition, the European executive plans to tighten import quotas with an objective of 15% reduction.

19/03/2025

Europe in Motion

Five years of change: How the Blue Book Programme has grown

Italy, France, and Spain are the EU countries with the highest number of candidates in the past five years.

19/03/2025

Europe News

EU to tighten controls on steel imports and waste metal flows

The EU plans to tighten controls on steel and aluminium imports to prevent market dumping and restrict countries from blocking waste metal imports.

18/03/2025

EU Decoded

Will fewer corporate reporting obligations jeopardise the EU Green Deal?

Cutting down on red tape to help boost companies’ competitiveness is the aim of a European Commission proposal to simplify corporate reporting obligations. But critics of the so-called Omnibus package claim the proposal is a step back for human rights and the environment.

18/03/2025

Economy

Billions on ice: What to do with Russia's frozen assets?

With US support for Ukraine in doubt, Kyiv's European allies are weighing whether to seize $300bn (€274bn) in frozen Russian assets.

18/03/2025

Business

Informal debate in European Parliament shows early industry demands for Circular Economy Act

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EU officials and industry leaders discussed the upcoming Circular Economy Act, emphasizing regulatory simplification and the need for a unified market for recycled materials.

17/03/2025

Europe News

EU steps up support for Syrians but says hope is 'hanging by a thread'

The bloc is pledging almost €2.5 billion in further support but says investments hinge on a 'credible' and 'inclusive' transition.

17/03/2025

Europe News

Brussels hosts Syrian foreign minister for talks on country's future

The EU is hoping to rally further support for Syria’s fragile transition, days after sectarian violence erupted in the country’s coastal regions.

17/03/2025

Health news

5 takeaways on the Critical Medicines Act

From funding challenges to what changes in joint drug procurement: Here’s what you need to know about the new rules aimed at securing Europe's access to critical medicines.

15/03/2025

Europe News

Who's hit by tariff war crossfire?

European industry is scrutinising the list of products drawn up by the European Commission in response to US tariffs on steel and aluminium, and not everyone is pleased.

14/03/2025

Europe News

More, better, European: White Paper maps path for EU rearmament

Next week, the EU Commission will present the White Paper on the Future of European Defence, with guidelines on how to boost production and defence readiness in the face of possible Russian military aggression.

14/03/2025

Europe News

EU to pitch defence omnibus package in June 2025

The EU Commission will present its White Paper on the Future of European Defence by 19 March.

13/03/2025

Europe News

Von der Leyen to scope stronger trade ties with mineral rich Vietnam

EU senior officials including Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are set to go on a scoping trip to intensify trade bonds with Vietnam five years after signing a free trade agreement with the south-east Asian country.

13/03/2025

Europe News

European Parliament sidelined from new 'rearm Europe’ plan

Some MEPs deplored the Commission's use of Article 122 of the Treaty to avoid a vote on the newly proposed €150 billion instrument for defence funding. Others are less concerned.

12/03/2025

Europe News

Tariffs: EU hits Trump-voting US states

In its response to the US tariffs on steel and aluminium, the EU is aiming to be 'smart' and hit US Republican-leaning states.

12/03/2025

Europe News

EU strikes back against US steel and aluminium tariffs with retaliatory package

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen announced a response to new US tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, unveiling a package of countermeasures aimed at US exports.

12/03/2025

Europe News

Commission to push 'buy European' in new critical medicines act

The European Commission has proposed new rules aimed at strengthening the security of supply and availability of critical medicines, prioritising EU-based suppliers in public procurement.

11/03/2025

Europe News

EU Commission stops short on solutions to progress on women´s rights

The EU Commission has just unveiled its long-term political vision to maintain its commitment to gender equality, but some argue it lacks detailed solutions to long-standing challenges.

11/03/2025

Europe News

EU secures digital deal with South Korea amid push to strengthen trade alliances

This move between the EU and the East Asian country comes as the bloc seeks to forge closer ties with allies. The agreement is expected to boost online trade between the partners, though critics warn it could pave the way for threats to personal data.

10/03/2025

Europe News

Poland will be sued if it breaches Migration Pact, Brussels confirms

Countries that risk undermining the Migration Pact will be met with legal consequences, Brussels has said in a pointed warning to Warsaw.

10/03/2025

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