EU Council greenlights the amended RRF plans of Greece, Cyprus, and Spain
The EU Council today approved the Commission’s positive assessment of the amended recovery and resilience (RRF) plans submitted by Greece,…
European Peace Facility: EU Council adopts 3rd support for the Lebanese Armed Forces
The EU Council today adopted a third assistance measure under the European Peace Facility (EPF) worth €60 million to the benefit of the Lebanese Armed…
Finland: IMF Executive Board concludes 2025 Article IV Consultation
The Finnish economy is recovering from the 2023 recession, supported by easing inflation and real wage growth. However, the rebound…
Poland: IMF Executive Board concludes 2024 Article IV Consultation
Economic growth is estimated to have accelerated in 2024 to 2.8 percent, driven by a rebound in domestic demand, mainly from private consumption…
Main results of the EU Economic and Financial Affairs Council, 21 January 2025
The Polish Presidency presented its work programme in the field of economic and financial affairs. Ministers held a policy debate…
Readout of President Xi Jinping’s video meeting with President Vladimir Putin
President Xi stressed his readiness to work with President Putin and guide China-Russia relations to a new height in 2025, to respond…
U.S. Memorandum declaring the non-applicability of the OECD Global Tax Deal
The U.S. Memorandum recaptures the U.S. sovereignty and economic competitiveness by clarifying that the Global Tax Deal of the Organization…
U.S. Executive Order restoring the death penalty and protecting public safety
The Executive Order states that capital punishment is an essential tool for deterring and punishing those who would commit the…
U.S. Memorandum “America First Trade Policy”
The U.S. Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury and the United States Trade Representative, shall…
Summary of U.S. President Donald Trump’s initial Presidential Actions
Following his inauguration, U.S President Donald Trumps initiated a broad range of "Presidential Actions" Insight EU has listed with the…
Conference of the Presidents of the Outermost Regions: Speech by President Costa
"The outermost regions have a strategic importance for the Union. In the Atlantic. In the Caribbean Sea. In South America.…
European Citizens’ Initiative on reuse and transformation of buildings registered
Today, the European Commission registered a European Citizens' Initiative, entitled ‘HouseEurope! Power to Renovation'. The aim of the initiative is to…
New Director-General appointed in the EU Council’s General Secretariat
The EU Council today appointed Preben Aamann as the new Director-General for Communication and Information. He will start in his…
Transatlantic relations under Donald Trump: Remarks by EU Commissioner Šefčovič at EP debate
"The EU looks forward to working closely with the new US Administration to tackle pressing global challenges. A lot is…
EU Commission clears acquisition of Barnes Group by Apollo Global Management
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of sole control of Barnes Group Inc. by…
World Economic Forum: Special Address by EU Commission President von der Leyen
"The rules of engagement between global powers are changing. We should not take anything for granted. And while some in…
EU Commission clears acquisition of Simon Hegele Group by Nippon Express Holdings
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of sole of Simon Hegele Group of Germany…
EU Commissioner Šefčovič hosts EU-India High Level Trade and Investment Dialogue
As part of the EU-India High Level Trade and Investment Dialogue, both sides took stock at political level of progress in…
EU Commission announces €116m support package for Ukrainian children in Polish schools
In Poland, Executive Vice-President for Social Rights and Skills, Quality Jobs and Preparedness, Roxanna Mînzatu, unveiled today a package to aid the…
EU Commission clears acquisition of Tricentis by GTCR and Insight Partners
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of joint control of Tricentis Corporation by GTCR…
EU Commission clears acquisition of business segments of Leoni by Luxshare
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of sole control of one business segment of…
Insight EU Finance Monitoring Weekly 13 – 18 January 2025
We offer delayed access to the headlines of our Insight EU specialized monitoring emails, typically by several days. For real-time…
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A transatlantic trade and tech agenda based on common EU and US concerns about China – EU-ISS
In both Washington and European capitals, strengthening economic security and technological resilience has become a core objective. But the EU…
Banking sector: ECB and EBA launch 2025 EU-wide stress test
The European Central Bank (ECB) and the European Banking Authority (EBA) today launched their 2025 EU-wide stress test and released…
Main results of the Eurogroup, 20 January 2025
The Eurogroup discussed the priorities and challenges of the euro area in the context of the new European policy cycle.…
Liechtenstein: IMF staff concluding statement for the 2025 Article IV Mission
Liechtenstein has a high per capita income and a fiscal framework that has ensured no deficits since 2013, virtually no…
U.S. President Trump publishes his “America First” Priorities
The U.S. White House has published the priorities of U.S. President Donald Trump's "America First" plans, including the withdrawal from…
Complete version of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Inaugural Address
As of now, a complete transcript of President Donald Trump's inauguration speech from January 20, 2025, has not been officially…
EU-Tanzania: A partnership for regional peace and prosperity
Tanzania has long been a beacon of stability and a force for peace in the Great Lakes region, which, despite…
U.S. companies in Europe expect tougher transatlantic business climate, survey finds
As President Donald Trump assumes office, a new survey conducted by the American Chamber of Commerce to the European Union…
EU and Malaysia relaunch free trade agreement negotiations
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Prime Minister of Malaysia Anwar bin Ibrahim have announced the relaunch of negotiations…
Eurojust: Branislav Boháčik starts as national member for Slovakia
Before joining Eurojust, he worked as a judicial cybercrime specialist in the international department of the Prosecutor General’s office. In…
Royalties for EU high-tech sector: EU challenges China at WTO
The EU Commission requests consultations at the World Trade Organization (WTO) to remove unfair and illegal trade practices by China in…
Future of the European Automotive Industry: Strategic Dialogue to start on 30 January
The European Commission is launching a Strategic Dialogue with the European automotive industry, social partners and other key stakeholders on…
Background on the EU Economic and Financial Affairs Council on 21 January 2025
The Polish Presidency will present its work programme for the first semester of 2025 in the field of economic and financial affairs. Europe's…
EPP leaders discuss the group’s priorities and European competitiveness in Berlin
European People’s Party (EPP) leaders, invited by EPP President Manfred Weber and the CDU Chairman Friedrich Merz, met on 17…
EU Commissioner McGrath launches collaboration with Eurojust
As a key player in global criminal justice cooperation, Eurojust works together with the European Commission to keep Europe safe.…
MEPs hail conclusion of new Global Agreement between EU and Mexico
The agreement reflects the deep political and geopolitical ties between the European Union and Mexico, underscoring our shared dedication to…
President von der Leyen and College members to participate in World Economic Forum
The President of the EU Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, will travel to Davos next week to participate in the…
European Health Union: Action to address nurse shortages shows positive impact
The EU Commission is launching the first EU action to support Member States in retaining and attracting nurses, with a…
Amazon region: FinCEN gathers financial intelligence units combatting nature crimes
The U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) convened a virtual summit to counter the transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) that illicitly…
EU provides €235 million humanitarian aid to Syrians
EU Commissioner for Preparedness, Crisis Management and Equality Hadja Lahbib is visiting Syria to reaffirm the EU's commitment to providing critical assistance…
Negotiators conclude modernised EU Global Agreement with Mexico
The European Union and Mexico have concluded their political negotiations to modernise the bilateral Global Agreement, following the political engagement of…
U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor Daleep Singh: Remarks on U.S. Principles of Economic Statecraft
During this century, major powers have deployed economic sanctions and other restrictive tools of economic statecraft to an unprecedented degree.…
U.S. MEP National Network: “Rethink Your Supply Chain Strategy for Better Outcomes”
Traditional approaches to supply chain management, which often emphasize cost-per-unit, no longer provide the flexibility manufacturers need to create the…
Remarks by U.S. President Joe Biden in a Farewell Address to the Nation
"My eternal thanks to you, the American people. After 50 years of public service, I give you my word, I…
EMA publishes revised rules on handling of competing interests
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has published the revised version of its policies on the handling of competing interests of…
Côte d’Ivoire: Team Europe steps up support for strategic and sustainable investment
The Government of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, the European Union and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have announced €300 million in…