by Editorial Staff
Green light for the “von der Leyen II” Commission
The European Parliament has narrowly approved Ursula von der Leyen’s new College of Commissioners with 370 votes in favor, 282 against, and 36 abstentions, just…
by Editorial Staff
Fostering protection for EU industries: Séjourné’s stance against China’s industrial capacities
This week, the vice presidency hearings took place in the European Parliament. Amid the six meetings remaining for the new composition of the European Commission,…
by Eleonore Para
France: Prime Minister François Bayrou names his government
After ten days of discussions, the new Prime Minister François Bayrou has reached a government line-up: 35 ministers (14 ministers and 21 deputy ministers) were appointed on Monday December 23.
by Editorial Staff
EU leaders dither on security guarantees for Ukraine opting for a “transitional” Summit
In his address to the 27 European leaders, president Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine’s strong position at the negotiating table with Russia in the future would depend on explicit security guarantees.
by Editorial Staff
Effects on EU-US trade relations of a universal tariff on imports into the US
In its first term as President Trump has proposed imposing a universal tariff of 10–20% on all imports into the U.S., alongside tariffs of 25% on Chinese and Mexican goods. These measures could significantly impact EU sectors heavily reliant on U.S. exports, such as cars and chemicals.
by Eleonore Para
France, François Bayrou appointed Prime Minister: his background, the challenges ahead
French President Emmanuel Macron appointed François Bayrou Prime Minister on December 13, 2024, and tasked him with forming a Government. Michel Barnier, Prime Minister since…
