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EU prepared to counter new Trump tariffs
“If no mutually acceptable solution is reached, both existing and additional EU measures will automatically take effect on July 14 — or earlier, if circumstances require,” the European Commission said.
China to lift sanctions on EU lawmakers to unlock trade talks
Europe slams ‘illegal’ Trump tariffs, vows unified response
EU to Trump on tariffs: Go ahead, make our day.
Europe’s peace offerings to Trump: Gas, cars and guns.
The EU’s strategy to counter Trump’s tariffs: An iron fist in a velvet glove
Bracing for trade war, EU vows ‘firm’ retaliation to potential Trump tariffs
EU lawmakers left and right rush to secure line to Trump’s US
The far right has made the running so far but mainstream parties hope to increase contact.
Nigel Farage overshadows Britain’s big Brexit reset
The specter of Farage’s Reform party looms large as Britain seeks a revamp of its relations with the EU.
EU’s trade war nightmare gets real as Trump triumphs
“Tariff Man” gives the EU flashbacks after conflict-ridden first term.
A Trump trade war 2.0 will be worse than the first for Europe
A wave of Chinese goods locked out of the U.S. could end up flooding the world market.
Weber crows as von der Leyen walks back EU deforestation drive
Ban on products from logged forests is delayed, raising green fears.
European Parliament inches toward commissioner hearings in November
Chairs of the Parliament’s committees prefer a Nov. 4 start date.
European Parliament to decide between starting commissioner hearings in October or November
MEPs are likely to opt for a Nov. 4 start date.
Ursula von der Leyen tightens grip before unveiling her team
Thierry Breton is out of the way, ridding the European Commission chief of her fiercest internal critic.
Von der Leyen ‘hopes’ to announce top team on Tuesday
Commission refuses to comment on Thierry Breton’s accusation of “questionable governance.”
Specter of Trump’s return forces the EU to get real on trade
The prospect of a second Donald Trump presidency is pushing Europe to double down on economic security.
The 11 MEPs who actually matter
Here are the EU lawmakers to keep your eye on in the new term.
EU, UK eye new era of green ties as Britain’s Labour takes power
Increased appetite for cooperation could save costs and boost climate action on both sides, experts say.
Europe is turning to the right: Here’s how that will impact trade policy
From how to deal with China to a possible Donald Trump return to the White House, POLITICO previews how the next European Parliament could shape EU trade policy.
MEP Krah accessed ‘sensitive’ documents, EU Parliament trade committee chair says
Charges of spying and corruption spark call for internal parliamentary probe.
How to ‘Trump proof’ the transatlantic relationship?
This week’s meeting of the EU-U.S. Trade and Technology Council could be its last.
Election fever imperils EU free trade with Ukraine
Renewal of duty-free access for Ukrainian produce, introduced following Russia’s invasion, now hangs by a thread.
EU agrees tighter gun control rules
There are an estimated 35 million illegal firearms in civilian hands across the bloc.
European lawmakers give green light to ‘model’ NZ trade deal
The agreement is meant to be Brussels’ gold standard for sustainability requirements in trade deals.
‘Obsolete’ European Parliament committee structure set for shake-up
New digital, defense and enlargement committees are in the offing.
EU puts trade weapon on the table. Will it shoot?
Conceived to resist US pressure, the EU’s anti-coercion instrument is now more likely to be used against China.
EU and Thailand revive trade talks after yearslong hiatus
Brussels froze negotiations following a military coup in Thailand in 2014.
Europe looks to wield trade ‘stick’ on migration
Brussels wants to use all tools at its disposal — including trade policy and access to visas — to increase the number of returns of migrants denied the right to stay in Europe.
Brussels incensed as US spurns global trade rules (yet again)
Europe reacts after Washington’s latest swipe against the World Trade Organization for ruling against Trump-era steel and aluminum tariffs.
Deforestation law risks pushing Indonesia toward China
However well-intended, the EU’s directive has particularly rattled producers in the Indo-Pacific region.