Chinese economic officials flag Iran war risks, vow ‘balanced’ trade
Chinese officials brief reporters in Beijing on March 6. From left: China Securities Regulatory Commission Chairman Wu Qing; Commerce Minister Wang…
Why the EU’s efforts to bring down energy prices are destined to fail – POLITICO
Seda Orhan, head of energy at CAN, agreed. “The acceleration of renewables should be coupled with the acceleration…
Starmer’s government hunkers down for ‘long-haul’ Iran conflict – POLITICO
A third government official said the hope is that consumers are protected for a while because Britain’s energy…
US issues Cyprus travel warning as Middle East war edges closer to Europe – POLITICO
Cyprus is increasingly being pulled into the conflict. A drone strike hit a runway at the British RAF…
US strikes on Iran ‘outside international law,’ says Macron – POLITICO
While German Chancellor Friedrich Merz did not leap to the defense of his Spanish counterpart at the White…
Terrified players forced to take cover after nearby drone strike at UAE tournament
Play at a professional tennis tournament in the United Arab Emirates was brought to an abrupt halt this…
Europe prepares for higher energy prices after US attack on Iran – POLITICO
“The fact is still that Europe imports most of its energy from other countries. And I think events…
World’s money launderers are shifting to crypto, report warns – POLITICO
In America, President Donald Trump has come under fire for his ties to the industry. In April last year the…
Bitcoin Suddenly Braced For A Massive Price Shock
03/01 update below. This post was originally published on February 28 The bitcoin price has dropped sharply, plunging…
EU scrambles for unity as Iran crisis exposes transatlantic rift – POLITICO
At the national level, however, Europe’s message was less unified. In a joint statement, France, Germany and the…
UK diplomatic staff withdrawn from Iran as US considers strike – POLITICO
The U.S. State Department earlier authorized nonessential employees at the American Embassy in Israel to leave the country…
Merz calls for rebalancing of Germany’s ‘unhealthy’ trade ties with China – POLITICO
In advance of Merz’s trip, some German business leaders called on the chancellor to take a harder line…