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UAE and EU Leaders Advance Talks on Landmark Trade Partnership in Abu Dhabi

President Sheikh Mohamed and European Council President Antonio Costa discussed advancing a comprehensive economic partnership agreement between the UAE and the European Union during a meeting in Abu Dhabi. Both leaders emphasized that the trade deal would mark a new...

EU Carmakers Face Shutdown as China Chip Ban Triggers Supply Crisis

Europe’s auto industry is on the brink of halting production as semiconductor shortages worsen following China’s export ban on Nexperia chips. The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has warned that major brands including BMW, Volkswagen, and Peugeot are operating...

Europe Urged to Pursue Balanced, Independent Partnership with China

As Europe faces increasing pressure from US economic and defense demands, policymakers are being urged to strengthen strategic cooperation with China to restore balance and protect European autonomy. Rising energy costs, extraterritorial sanctions, and defense spending obligations are pushing...

Qatar and EU Discuss Joint Efforts on Afghanistan Stability

HE the Special Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Faisal bin Abdullah al-Hanzab, met with the European Union’s Special Envoy for Afghanistan, Gilles Bertrand, on Monday. During the meeting, both sides reviewed ways to enhance co-operation between Qatar...

EU Launches Plan to Cut Reliance on Chinese Rare Earths Amid Export Curbs

The European Union is intensifying efforts to reduce its dependence on Chinese critical raw materials, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Saturday. The new initiative, called RESourceEU, aims to secure alternative supplies of rare earths vital...

Macron Urges EU to Consider Strongest Trade Measure Against China Over Raw Material Controls

French President Emmanuel Macron has urged European Union leaders to consider deploying the bloc’s most powerful trade instrument against China amid rising concerns over Beijing’s planned export restrictions on rare earth elements and other critical raw materials. Speaking at...

EU and Egypt Strengthen Strategic Partnership with €5 Billion Economic Support Package

The European Union and Egypt have agreed to deepen their economic and strategic cooperation through a €5 billion support package announced during their first joint summit in Brussels. The initiative aims to enhance collaboration in trade, energy, migration management,...

Merz Urges Stronger EU Unity and Leadership: “Europe Must Bring Its Power to Bear”

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called for a stronger and more assertive European Union, saying Europe must use its full political, economic, and military capabilities to shape a more secure and prosperous future. Addressing the Bundestag ahead of the...

EU Unveils ‘Pact for the Mediterranean’ to Deepen Ties and Manage Migration

The European Union has launched a renewed initiative to strengthen cooperation with northern African and Mediterranean nations through a new “Pact for the Mediterranean.” The plan seeks to enhance collaboration in energy, clean technology, education, and migration management, aiming...

EU Plans Rules on Short-Term Rentals to Address Housing Crisis

The European Commission is set to propose rules targeting short-term rentals through platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com, as part of its first-ever affordable housing strategy. The plan, led by Housing Commissioner Dan Jørgensen, aims to tackle the rising cost...

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European Union’s 27 Nations Weigh Emergency Steps to Curb Energy Price Surge

Energy ministers from the European Union’s 27 nations met in Brussels to discuss urgent measures to control rising energy...