Ursula von der Leyen
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Brussels urged not to U-turn on car CO2 limits amid industry ‘crisis’
Electricity firms fear the EU is about to cave in to industry pressure and ease cuts on car emissions, as…
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EU approves steep tariffs on Chinese EVs, despite lack of majority
Chinese producers of electric vehicles will soon face steep tariffs before selling their high-end goods in the EU market. ADVERTISEMENT…
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EU gives €30 million extra to Lebanon in humanitarian aid
The additional funds bring the total amount of monetary aid provided to more than €100 million for 2024. ADVERTISEMENT The…
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Why is the EU struggling to define its future?
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Von der Leyen’s China policy faces make-or-break vote on EV tariffs
Amid Beijing’s threats of retaliation, member states need to decide if they want to slap additional import tariffs on Chinese…
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Brussels and London agree to strengthen cooperation ‘at pace’
Both sides agreed to hold a summit to “oversee the development” of the new relationship in early 2025. ADVERTISEMENT The…
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Has the EU really become more transparent? ‘Sort of,’ – EU Ombudswoman
European Commission’s culture of secrecy as seen by the EU Ombudsman who has pushed for new standards of openness and…
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Is the EU’s forest protection law becoming Brussels’ next nightmare?
In an interview with Euronews, the outgoing European Commissioner for Environment, Ocean and Fisheries Virginijus Sinkevičius said that he finds…
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Commission insists no plans to delay anti-deforestation law
Amid a growing backlash from trading partners and conservative lawmakers, the European Commission maintains it is working to implement new…
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Will EU’s new defence Commissioner strengthen Europe’s armies?
Defence is becoming an increasingly central topic in Europe, and as a result, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen…
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