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Paris (Eurotoday) – French Industry Minister Marc Ferracci said that Europe must “assume a form of power dynamic” against the threat of Trump’s tariffs, calling for a “biting” answer to the US president. Why must Europe respond forcefully to trump’s tariff threat?How has Trump recently restated the tariff threat? Trade negotiations with Donald Trump must…

The European Commission has initiated a public consultation aimed at shaping the future of the European automotive industry, focusing on strengthening European manufacturers against competition from China. This initiative, known as the Strategic Dialogue on the Future of the Automotive Industry in Europe, has kicked off and will continue until February 13. Its goal is…

The Italian government is determined to ensure that Generali, the country’s largest private-sector creditor, continues its robust support for Italian sovereign debt. This commitment is particularly crucial as Rome faces the challenge of borrowing nearly €1 billion daily to meet its financial needs. Last month, Generali, headquartered in Trieste, took a significant step by agreeing…

Brussels (Eurotoday) – The Flemish government plans to tighten language requirements for social housing tenants. Flemish housing minister Melissa Depraetere confirmed the policy change in response to a parliamentary question, Belga News reported. Starting January 1st, tenants who have acquired a social housing unit since 1 January 2023 must acquire an A2 level in Dutch.…

Today, the European Union voiced its “regret” regarding the United States’ decision to raise customs duties on products from Canada, Mexico, and China. This announcement comes just a day after Donald Trump signed the relevant orders, with the EU labeling this action as “harmful to all parties involved.” The European Commission stated, “The EU firmly…

Brussels (Eurotoday) – The European Union warned that it would respond “firmly” if US President Donald Trump follows through on his threat to impose tariffs on imports from the EU. The EU would respond firmly to any trading partner that unfairly or arbitrarily imposes tariffs on EU goods, stated the European Commission. A commission spokesperson…

The EU is looking to reverse its regulatory course. In her unveiling of the initiative titled “A Competitiveness Compass for the EU,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced plans for an “unprecedented” simplification of regulations. This initiative aims to expedite permit processes and improve access to funding, thereby enhancing the EU’s competitiveness on…