Germany requests EU escape clause to raise defence outlay
Germany has requested an EU budget exemption to increase defence spending amid rising Russian threats....
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EU Parliament supports programme to boost defence supply chains
The European Parliament has backed a major initiative to strengthen EU defence manufacturing and boost weapons supply capabilities....
Circular economy key to EU sustainability push
OECD says circular economy could reduce EU waste by 34% and emissions by 70% by 2050....
Toy makers face tougher EU rules on chemical safety
The EU tightens toy safety rules, banning harmful chemicals and granting new powers to remove dangerous products from...
Illegal border crossings into Europe fall sharply in 2025
Illegal border crossings into the EU fell by 34,000 in Q1 2025, marking a 30% year-on-year drop, with...
Türkiye and Iceland lead sharp rise in EU aluminium imports
EU posts €11.1B trade deficit in aluminium for 2024 as imports outpace exports despite volume declines....
Loans worth €4.5 billion approved for Egypt and Jordan by EU
European Parliament committee approves macro-financial assistance for Egypt and Jordan totalling €4.5 billion....
EU to boost military budget in €800 billion defence plan
EU confirms €800B defence spending increase by 2029, signaling a shift in military readiness....
EU reports show mixed progress on zero-pollution targets
EU zero-pollution targets show progress, but reports highlight noise, microplastic, and waste concerns, urging stronger action for 2030...
Central Asia to engage with new EU envoy Eduards Stiprais in March
Eduards Stiprais has been appointed as the new EU Special Representative for Central Asia, tasked with strengthening stability,...