Press remarks by EU Commissioner Šefčovič in Washington DC
The EU-US economic partnership, worth USD 1.7 trillion, is a global powerhouse tackling shared challenges like global overcapacities driven by…
Armenia: Outcome of the 14th Human Rights Dialogue in Brussels
Armenia and the EU highlighted the importance of free and fair elections and the outstanding efforts to increase public’s trust in…
Outcome of the 16th EU-South Africa Ministerial Political Dialogue (updated)
Both sides affirmed their unwavering commitment to act in accordance with international law, including the Charter of the United Nations…
13th EU-Brazil Digital Dialogue reinforces digital cooperation
The Digital Dialogue is a cornerstone of the EU-Brazil strategic partnership established in 2007, which fosters deeper cooperation across a…
MSC Munich Security Report 2025 advocates depolarization over multipolarization
The Munich Security Report 2025 analyzes the far-reaching consequences of the multipolarization of the international order. For many politicians and…
Sweden strengthens diplomatic presence in Belgium and United States
The Swedish Government has decided to establish a consulate-general in Houston, Texas and upgrade the Consulate-General in Brussels to an…
First EU-Central Asia summit to take place in Uzbekistan
The summit will be hosted by Uzbekistan’s President, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, with the participation of the leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,…
Canadian and European leaders meet in Brussels to strengthen transatlantic partnership
Working together, Canada and its transatlantic partners have created good-paying jobs for our peoples, strengthened our economies, and advanced progress…
Informal meeting of the EU ministers for development cooperation in Warsaw
The actions of the Polish presidency in the field of development cooperation are focused on building and strengthening the resilience…
US Steel Proclamation: What does it mean for Europe?
The proclamation identifies several countries whose steel exports will be impacted by the new measures. The specific details regarding affected…
Trump signs proclamation on “Adjusting imports of steel into the United States”
The White House proclamation on steel imports is a strategic move to protect the US steel industry by imposing trade…
Bruegel: How should the EU react to the US attack on corporate sustainability?
According to the European think tank Bruegel, the EU must stay firm on net-zero alignment while making pragmatic adjustments to…
China on US and EU relations: Spokesperson Lin Jian’s regular press Conference on February 5, 2025
"With changes unseen in a century rapidly unfolding, and the world turning into a less stable and certain place, risks…
The European Union and the UK hold second Dialogue in London
The UK and EU discussed strategic approaches to countering terrorism and a range of topics related to the identification of…
EU Commission and Moldova agree on a two-year Comprehensive Strategy for Energy
The EU Commission and Moldova have agreed on a 2-year Comprehensive Strategy for Energy Independence and Resilience of Moldova. It…
Informal EU leaders’ retreat: Opening remarks by President von der Leyen
"There are clearly new challenges and growing uncertainties, so the European Union is prepared for a robust but constructive dialogue…
Interim Trade Agreement between the EU and Chile enters into force
The EU-Chile Interim Trade Agreement (ITA) has entered into force, following the completion of Chile's ratification process. The ITA,, signed in…
NATO Secretary General to participate in an informal meeting of European Union Leaders
On Monday, 3 February 2025, the NATO Secretary General, Mr Mark Rutte, will take part...
Italy: EU Commission approves €1.1bn state aid for youth and women employment
The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, an estimated €1.1 billion Italian scheme to support the employment…
SWP Working Paper on nuclear deterrence: Mapping the Realm of the Unknown
Eckhard Lübkemeier, a former ambassador and visiting scientist at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP), analyses the strategic…
Armenia: EU Council extends the mandate of the EU civilian mission for two years
The Council today adopted a decision extending the mandate of the European Union Mission in Armenia (EUMA) for a further…
Remarks by EU Commissioner Šefčovič at the EU Parliament Trade Committee
"The EU and the US are strategic allies and no other economies in the world are as integrated as we…
EU Commission and Jordan launch multi-billion euro partnership
Brussels, 29 January 2025 Today, Commissioner for the Mediterranean, Dubravka Šuica, signed the Joint Declaration...
Renew Europe promotes European future for Greenland and Iceland
Renew Europe President, Valérie Hayer, will today depart on a four-day mission to Greenland and Iceland after the latest provocations…
Research and Innovation: Supporting the growth of European innovation in India
An EU-funded EU-India InnoCenter was launched to connect Europe’s cutting-edge tech businesses with India’s huge market potential. The initiative set…
OECD publishes report “Monitoring Framework to Measure Homelessness”
As of 2024, over two million people were estimated to be experiencing homelessness each year in OECD and EU countries.…
EU provides €60m humanitarian aid to the Democratic Republic of the Congo
The EU Commission today announced new humanitarian support for the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), with an initial amount…
Moldova: The EU offers emergency support to tackle the energy crisis
Today, the European Union (EU) has proposed a €30 million emergency assistance package in a first step to support Moldova…
Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue: EU appoints a new Special Representative
The EU Foreign Affairs Council today appointed Mr. Peter Sørensen as EU Special Representative for the Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue.
Belarus: European comments on the sham presidential election
The EU and the Nordic-Baltic countries said on Sunday that the „sham presidential election in Belarus has been neither free,…
EU-ISS: Funding weapons together (or not): How to pay for European defence
Less US involvement in European security means the EU and its Member States must ramp up armaments production while simultaneously…
Deputy Secretary General: Stepping up NATO-EU defence cooperation is essential
NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska addressed the European Defence Agency (EDA) annual conference about the partnership between NATO and…
MEPs denounce the upcoming sham presidential election in Belarus
Denouncing the ongoing and long-standing grave violations of human rights and democratic principles in Belarus, which have further intensified in…
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 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…
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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…
NATO Allies and EU Defence Commissioner discuss defence production and security
On Monday, Secretary General, Mark Rutte welcomed the new European Commissioner for Defence and Space, Andrius Kubilius, to NATO Headquarters…
Joint article on Just Energy Transition Partnerships
The joint article on Just Energy Transition Partnerships is signed from Minister for Development Anneliese Dodds (UK), Assistant Secretary of…
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…
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…
Israel/Palestine: EU High Representative welcomes ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza
The EU warmly welcomes the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, which will allow the phased release of the hostages - ending…