EU ‘ready for a deal’ as deadline in tariffs conflict with US looms
US President Donald Trump’s tariff pause ends on July 9. Von der Leyen is taking a defensive stance as her trade Commissioner Šefčovič continues negotiations in Washington.
EU Commissioner McGrath: Chinese trading platforms need to play by EU rules
European Commissioner Michael McGrath is worried about the huge flood of small parcels into the EU – mainly from China – posing risks to EU citizens and businesses. He hopes to move forward on the issue during a trip to China later this year.
EU lets trade concessions for Ukraine expire
After farmers across the Union called for stricter customs rules, the EU and Ukraine are now following a pre-existing 2016 agreement again.
EU to review Israel cooperation agreement as international pressure grows
Israel’s blockade of aid to Gaza, combined with renewed military operations, is intensifying pressure on the EU and its Member States to respond diplomatically and politically.
EU looks beyond the West as Trump tariffs redraw global trade
As Trump’s trade war ripples through Europe, the EU is racing to redraw its global trade map. With long-stalled deals back on the table and new alliances emerging, Brussels is betting on speed and solidarity to weather the current economic storm.