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EU remains key political and trade partner, says Kazakhstan president

The Kazakh president and the president of the European Council discussed key issues such as bilateral cooperation, as well as maintaining constructive dialogues.

The Europe Conversation

EU holds cards when negotiating with Trump on tariffs, says ex-WTO chief Lamy

There's a range of options for the EU to open trans-Atlantic negotiations to persuade US President Donald Trump not to slap harmful tariffs on EU goods, the former EU trade commissioner and WTO chief told Euronews.

World News

EU leaders vow to fight back if Trump imposes tariffs

EU leaders have vowed unity against Trump's tariffs as they gather in Brussels to discusses defence and security issues.

Economy

Europe must be prepared for shifting US trade policy, Lagarde warns

ECB President Christine Lagarde urged Europe to prepare for potential US trade policy shifts, warning of selective tariffs under Trump. Speaking in Davos, she stressed the need for economic reforms, defended the ECB's cautious rate cuts, and flagged energy prices as key to inflation.

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Economy

Ireland's economic growth set to cool, warns bosses' lobby group

The predicted cooling is unsurprising given international trade turbulence and the boom seen in recent years, said the Irish Business and Employers Confederation (IBEC).

Business

Trade tariffs could cause spike in IKEA prices, says retailer in Davos

The comments from the CEO of IKEA's largest franchisee come as businesses brace for higher trade levies under a Trump presidency.

Europe News

EU trade chief commits to WTO in Geneva following Macron doubts

Emmanuel Macron said the World Trade Organisation (WTO) is not working and that several countries are breaking away from it, but in Geneva European Trade Commissioner Maroš Sefcovic renewed the EU's commitment to multilateral world trade rules.

Europe in Motion

Where does the EU stand on trading goods with Russia?

As the EU reduces its reliance on Russia, recent figures show that exports to the country have fallen by 58%, while imports have dropped by 86%, particularly for nickel and petroleum oil.

Economy

US election: What could a Harris win mean for Europe's economy?

As the US prepares to elect a new president, many analysts have outlined what a Trump victory could mean for the global economy. What, on the other hand, could Europe expect from Harris?

World

Port of Djen Djen: Inside Algeria’s largest international port

In partnership with anep

The Port of Djen Djen, in east Algeria, is the country’s largest working seaport. We take you inside the international trade hub as it undergoes a major extension.

Italy

Italy's foreign minister opens G7 trade meeting in Calabria

The goal of the meeting is to respond to the tensions and frictions that jeopardise global trade and sustainable and inclusive growth.

Poland

China-Poland rail connection inaugurated amid EU tariff tensions

China is Poland's second-largest trade partner, while Poland remains a relatively minor market for Beijing.

Green News

EPP green policy chief calls for delay to anti-deforestation law

The head of environment policy for the centre-right European People's Party, which emerged victorious in recent EU elections, has called for a two-year delay to market restrictions aimed at discouraging deforestation outside the EU.

Europe Decoded

Your essential guide to the EU probe into Chinese electric cars

The European Commission is close to announcing a decision on its inquiry into Chinese electric vehicles, which has become a litmus test in the West's years-long efforts to confront Beijing's unfair practices.

World News

France and China discuss trade and Ukraine ahead of Xi Jinping visit

The meeting between the French foreign minister and his Chinese counterpart comes ahead of a Chinese leader Xi Jinping's planned visit to France.

World News

All 6 workers missing after Baltimore bridge collapse presumed dead

The operation has moved from a search and rescue mission to a search and recovery effort, according to officials.

World News

Euroviews. Europe needs to embrace pragmatism to not lose the Global South

The EU and other like-minded allies must fully wake up from our previous unipolar dream — and stable world — and step forward as a credible key partner for the Global South in this turbulent decade, Radu Magdin writes.

Economy

Could a 'Middle Corridor' trade route bypass the Red Sea?

As ships in the Suez Canal and Red Sea face attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels, Europe and China explore options for a more secure supply chain.

World News

Farmers in eastern Poland protest against competition from Ukraine

In May 2022, a few weeks after Russia's full-scale invasion began, Brussels gave farmers in Ukraine permission to sell their products in the European Union without paying customs. However, farmers in the EU say the move has created unfair competition.

Economy

The impact of Brexit on the UK’s financial sector four years on

A report marking the fourth anniversary of the UK leaving the European Union looks at which of the early Brexit predictions came true in the financial sector.