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EU wants to convince China to curb exports to the bloc
The relationship between Brussels and Beijing will be best served “if this problem is being tackled from both sides,” EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič tells POLITICO.
Trump promises more strikes after US and Iran trade blows for first time in a month
Belgium makes helmets compulsory on faster e-scooters
Trains between Britain and Europe on track to run every 15 minutes
The trade war came too soon for Mark Carney’s middle powers alliance
Waymo to launch robotaxis in Munich in 2027
Germany ‘under threat,’ Merz says after another explosive drone found near airport
Europe’s clean industry debate pits France against Germany
The Industrial Accelerator Act aims to promote industry while limiting carbon pollution. The EU’s biggest countries don’t agree on how to do that.
Trump announces 50 percent tariff increase on Canada for vehicles, steel after trade talks collapse
Trump’s comments come after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vowed to retaliate against the U.S. trade stance.
One beneficiary of the Iran war? Pirates.
The Iran war is pulling naval resources toward the Middle East, creating an opening for Somali pirates to return — and adding another costly threat to strained global shipping routes.
Virgin’s challenge to Eurostar’s London-Brussels monopoly gathers speed
The trains could start operating alongside Eurostar’s service as of 2030.
How Russian attacks, European protectionism and drought are trapping Ukraine’s vital grain
Kyiv wants the help of EU countries as Black Sea missile strikes choke its grain exports, but capitals fear the ire of their own farmers.
Sánchez-Meloni clash brings back borders — and headaches for tourists
Spain and Italy’s ideological battle over migration policies is spilling into passport queues and exposing the fragility of Europe’s free-travel area.
Leipzig drone incident fuels fears of Russian election meddling
The unmanned vehicle packed with explosives has added to sense of vulnerability ahead of key regional races.
German interior minister suggests state actor behind drone attack
“There are many indications pointing in that direction,” said Dobrindt.
The hidden cost of global flight disruptions
A new global survey puts a number on what flight disruptions really cost passengers, not just in terms of money, and reveals how few know their rights.
Europe’s new border system works by being switched off when overwhelmed
Travelers are being exempted from facial scans and fingerprint collection whenever lines get too long.
The economic toll of Europe’s infernal summer
Global warming, not climate policy, is bad for business, experts warn.
Self-driving startup approved to take taxi passengers in London
Transport for London has granted licenses for 15 vehicles operated by Wayve and Uber.
Europe’s ETS revision is an opportunity to strengthen maritime competitiveness
Revising the EU Emissions Trading System offers a chance to reinvest carbon revenues into ports, alternative fuels and clean technologies, strengthening Europe’s maritime leadership. Cruise is proof that innovation and decarbonization go hand in hand.
China made Germany’s car giants. Now it’s helping break them.
Germany’s politicians are worried about blowback from the car industry’s troubles.
The EU’s foreign subsidy rules are deterring Chinese firms. At what cost?
As it turns three, the Foreign Subsidies Regulation has changed corporate behavior. Whether Europe benefits is another question.
Trump unveils Dulles airport overhaul: ‘We’re going to make it maybe the best.’
The revamp of the Washington-area airport is estimated to cost $22 billion.
BMW to cut 8,000 jobs by the end of 2027
German-based workers in administrative and research and development roles will be offered a severance program.
Allies shrug as US pushes for Strait of Hormuz patrol
The Trump administration is urging the U.K. and France to lead a naval coalition to secure the strait, but allies want to see a ceasefire first.
Charleroi airport to halt flights in 2028 for over 2 months
The suspension is necessary to allow major reconstruction works on the hub’s only runway.
Romania blames Russia as military shoots down third drone
Sunday’s incident marks the third drone shot down over Romania in as many days, in a further escalation for the NATO member.
EU signals relief over new US tariffs as Trump respects transatlantic truce
A 10 percent duty will be applied on goods from the EU, respecting a threshold set under the EU-U.S. trade deal last year.