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Digital Markets Act enforcement pushes Google and Apple to react

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The European Commission has initiated antitrust proceedings against Google and directed Apple to comply with the bloc’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), intensifying regulatory scrutiny on major U.S. technology firms. These actions come amid rising tensions between the European Union and...
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EU presents European defence white paper amid security challenges

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The European Commission and the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy have unveiled the European Defence White Paper – A Roadmap for Readiness 2030, outlining a strategic plan to strengthen Europe’s defence capabilities. The initiative, part of the broader Rearming Europe/Readiness for 2030 framework,...
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EU retaliates with $28 billion in counter tariffs on U.S. imports

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The European Union has announced counter tariffs totaling €26 billion ($28.33 billion) on U.S. goods, responding to the Trump administration’s decision to impose 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports. The measures, unveiled Wednesday, aim to match the economic...
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Europe’s security at risk without critical medicines, ministers warn

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A coalition of 11 European Union health ministers has called for critical medicines to be included within the scope of new EU defence funds, arguing that medicine security is a vital component of Europe's strategic autonomy. The ministers, representing Belgium,...
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European Commission, World Bank align for Africa’s power future

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The European Commission and the World Bank Group have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate energy access in Africa, aligning their respective initiatives to drive renewable energy deployment across the continent. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and World...
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Gas storage obligations in EU may continue until 2027

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The European Commission has proposed extending the EU’s gas storage obligations until the end of 2027 to maintain energy security and stabilize the region’s gas markets. The proposal, announced on March 5, 2025, aims to ensure adequate gas reserves amid...
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EU pledges green transition while easing business compliance rules

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The European Commission has introduced new proposals aimed at reducing administrative burdens and simplifying regulations for businesses within the European Union. The measures align with the Commission’s broader strategy to enhance competitiveness, as outlined in its recent Competitiveness Compass and...
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EU to resist US tariffs as Trump pushes for reciprocal trade policy

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The European Commission has expressed strong opposition to U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed “reciprocal” trade policy, calling it a step in the wrong direction. The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to an open and predictable global trading system, emphasizing that such...
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EU Commission demands sanctions against states failing NPL Directive

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The European Commission has initiated legal action against Austria and six other EU member states at the European Court of Justice (ECJ) over their failure to implement the EU Non-Performing Loans (NPL) Directive within the required timeframe. The directive, aimed...
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EU to streamline regulations, boost security in 2025 strategy

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The European Commission has unveiled its 2025 work programme, emphasizing economic resilience, security, and regulatory simplification. The agenda includes a strategic push to streamline EU regulations and ease administrative burdens while supporting economic competitiveness and strengthening security measures. In its...