Global Europe

10-10-2024

Von der Leyen presents €1.8 billion Moldova growth and investment plan

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The EU's announcement comes amid economic instability caused by Russia's war in Ukraine and ahead of next week's elections.

10-10-2024

Germany, Kosovo happy following CEFTA, Serbia trade breakthrough

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The development comes amid long-stagnated EU-backed talks between Kosovo and Serbia.

10-10-2024

EU envoys approve up to €35 billion for Ukraine, bypassing Hungary

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The agreement helps bypass Hungary's refusal to extend the renewal period for the regime holding Russian frozen assets from six to 36 months.

10-10-2024

Germany to ask Georgia to withdraw ‘foreign agent law’ to resume EU accession

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The resolution will increase pressure on Scholz ahead of next week's EU leaders' meeting.

10-10-2024

Biden, Netanyahu speak, Israel vows lethal retaliation against Iran

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The 30-minute call was the first known chat for Biden and Netanyahu since August and coincides with a sharp escalation of Israel's conflict with Iran and the Iran-backed Lebanese Hezbollah.

Lithium quest sucks EU into internal Serbian tensions

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The EU risks thwarting its own values as its recent partnership with Serbia on raw materials is not going as planned.

10-10-2024

Hungary’s Orbán faces increasing unease among EU member states ahead of November summits

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Some member states are mulling coordinating against Hungary ahead of the summit, or even withdrawing altogether.

10-10-2024

In Dubrovnik, Zelenskyy courts European leaders in drive for military aid

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The Ukrainian leader has stepped up efforts to rally international backing amid doubts about future US support after the November presidential election in the United States.

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Central Asia 09-10-2024

Half of Kazakhstan’s economic boom driven by European investment

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EU investment into Kazakhstan surged by 23 per cent in 2023, totalling $12.5 billion, underscoring the deepening economic ties between the two regions. European Parliament discussions highlighted the extent of this strategic partnership.

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Central Asia 09-10-2024

Silk Road 2.0? Uzbekistan-EU relations boosted by new democratic elections

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Uzbekistan will go to the polls on 27 October, voting in parliamentary and local elections. A Euractiv event, organised with the Center for Analysis of Democratic Processes, assessed how far Uzbekistan has come on the path to democracy.

09-10-2024

Ukraine support group meeting postponed after Biden’s cancellation

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Ukraine looked to propose its Peace Plan and see weapons restrictions lifted

09-10-2024

EU plans to step up support for Lebanon in absence of ceasefire

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"We have to help this country. We have to use this opportunity of Hezbollah's weakness to strengthen Lebanon's political structures, and we have to bring about a ceasefire in the region," EU's top diplomat said.

09-10-2024

EU defence agency relocates to larger headquarters near European quarter

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The move brings the agency closer to the European Council buildings and other EU institutions in the Schuman area.

09-10-2024

Russia’s GRU seeking to cause ‘mayhem’ in Britain and Europe, UK spy chief says

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Security Service (MI5) Director General Ken McCallum also accused Iran of being behind "plot after plot" on British soil.

09-10-2024

Moldovan president’s no-show upsets TV election debate

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Incumbent President Maia Sandu said she had no wish to participate alongside "non-valid" candidates, a reference to politicians backed by business interests or criminal groups.

09-10-2024

EU toughens tone towards Georgia ahead of 26 October elections

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"Georgian people have the right to choose their own political future,” according to EU leaders.

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Central Asia 09-10-2024

Zdechovsky says EU-Kazakhstan partnership now more crucial than ever

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The European Union is bolstering its strategic partnership with Kazakhstan, aiming to enhance cooperation in energy, critical materials, connectivity, and agriculture.

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EU-India 09-10-2024

EU-India conclude ninth round of free trade agreement talks, core issues remain

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The European Union and India have concluded the ninth round of talks on a proposed free trade agreement (FTA). Although divergences on key issues remain, an FTA is in the interest of both sides.

08-10-2024

French fighter jets may arrive in Ukraine in early 2025

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The planes would complement US-made F-16s already received by Ukraine.

Economy 08-10-2024

EU’s €35 billion loan for Ukraine likely deadlocked until US elections

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The prolongation of the sanctions rollover period is a key factor in determining several Western countries’ participation in a $50 billion G7 loan package for Ukraine.

08-10-2024

Israel starts ground operations in southwest Lebanon as Iran delivers warning

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Israel's military struck Beirut's southern suburbs overnight and said it killed a senior Hezbollah responsible for the group's budgeting and logistics.

08-10-2024

Russian forces reach another key frontline city, Ukraine’s military says

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The advance of Moscow's forces - just like the capture of Vuhledar last week - has underlined Russia's vast superiority in men and materiel as Ukraine pleads for more weapons from the Western allies that have been supporting it.

08-10-2024

Race to head EU defence agency kicks off with trio of hopefuls, including top-level ex-minister

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Kajsa Ollongren, the former defence and interior minister of the Netherlands, is currently the candidate with the highest profile.

08-10-2024

EU eyes more ‘strategic cooperation’ with Gulf countries

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As Europeans seek closer ties with Gulf states, EU diplomats question how far they can sway the region.