Macron wants EU to target US Big Tech after new Trump tariff threat – POLITICO
A person close to Macron confirmed that exploring possible retaliation against U.S. digital players was indeed “his stance.” Trump threatened…
Japan’s top trade negotiator reportedly cancels U.S. trip
Ryosei Akazawa, Japan’s economic revitalization minister, speaks to members of the media at the Japanese embassy in Washington…
Europe must rally the anti-authoritarian alliance – POLITICO
First, EU countries that so wish should form an alliance with other countries in Europe, like the U.K.…
Media Insider: Stuff journalists strike over ‘insulting’ pay offer, stand-off in collective contract talks
“We will not be pushed over by Sinead Boucher,” said union delegate David Long, adding they were dedicated…
Europe’s ‘century of humiliation’ could be just beginning – POLITICO
The trade deal is a “direct function of Europe’s weakness on the security front, that it cannot provide…
The EU’s tech rules are under attack — again – POLITICO
Without a hitch, a now-familiar playbook unfolded: The European Commission stood by its “sovereign right to regulate,” European lawmakers…
Trade union veteran becomes new Lithuanian PM – POLITICO
The Lithuanian opposition has been critical about Ruginienė’s ability to lead. “It is impossible not to notice the…
EU faces first test of fragile trade truce with Trump – POLITICO
This, Brussels argued at the time, was a price worth paying to shield the EU — and its…
Germany and Canada announce deeper ties on critical minerals, defense – POLITICO
The countries’ economy ministers, looking toward that purpose, were set to sign an agreement on critical minerals, which…
Lithuania gets new ruling coalition – POLITICO
Lithuania’s Social Democrats signed a coalition government deal on Monday with the populist Dawn of Nemunas and the…
Trump threatens ‘substantial’ new tariffs against countries with ‘discriminatory’ digital rules – POLITICO
Reuters had reported on Monday, citing unnamed sources, that the U.S. was considering sanctions in the form of…
Trump deal threatens EU’s image as champion of rules-based trade – POLITICO
At first, Brussels resisted the idea of coordinating with other countries hit by Trump’s tariffs, such as Canada…