On 7 May 2025 the European Commission opened a four‑week public consultation on a draft package of counter‑tariffs and export restrictions worth almost €100 billion, targeting U.S. goods should negotiations fail to roll back the latest American duties. At the same time it will take the dispute to the World Trade Organization. Below, we unpack what the initiative […]
In her Davos address at the launch of the Global Energy Transition Forum, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen lauded the record-breaking global investment in renewables and underscored the urgency of shifting away from fossil fuels. Yet, behind the scenes, an increasing number of European governments are voicing concern over the rising costs of […]
All EU governments risk falling like dominoes within 1 or 2 years. They endorsed Brussels’ plans but are now realizing that the accelerated transition to electric vehicles risks causing millions of job losses, as European car manufacturers face the threat of closure. Massive protests could overwhelm governments and European leadership. Some are already warning of […]
The Commission has proposed an annual EU budget of nearly €200 billion for 2025, reinforced by €72 billion raised under the post-COVID recovery plan, NextGenerationEU. This budget is intended to finance EU priorities and address current and future challenges. The Commission’s proposal will be discussed and adopted by the European Parliament and the Council of […]
Brussels, 18 April 2024 The European Union stands at a crossroads in determining the future of its financing strategies for ambitious projects. These projects, crucial for the bloc’s economic growth, sustainability, and integration, are caught in a dichotomy of financial approaches led by different member states’ economic philosophies and geopolitical realities. Mario Draghi and Enrico […]
Commission proposes to reinforce long-term EU budget to face most urgent challenges. A targeted revision of the Multiannual Finance Framework (MFF) is asked to equip the MFF with the means to ensure that the EU can meet its legal obligations and address the most urgent priorities. Among these, increased aid to Ukraine, refinancing of certain funds, coverage […]
Manuel Macron, presidente della Francia e Ursula von der Leyen, presidente della Commissione europea, sono arrivati oggi a Pechino per una visita di tre giorni a Xi Jinping, presidente della Repubblica popolare cinese. La visita è un passo fondamentale per rafforzare le relazioni UE-Cina e dare il tono per future collaborazioni. Il viaggio dei […]
According to the Leaders’ Agenda 2022, the European Council meeting was scheduled to last two days (15‑16 December), with a Euro Summit following on … Outlook for the European Council meeting of 15 December 2022
Brussels, 21 October 2022 “EU leaders reach a deal on energy” is the title chosen by the European Council website to hide a new stalemate of Europe on energy, yesterday in Brussels. The Commission lead by Ursula von der Leyen had proposed a new Council Regulation to tackle high gas prices in the EU and […]
Brussels, 19 October 2022 The Commission has proposed a new emergency regulation to address high gas prices in the EU and ensure security of supply this winter. This will be done through joint gas purchasing, price limiting mechanisms on the TTF gas exchange, new measures on transparent infrastructure use and solidarity between Member States, and […]
