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The European Union has vowed to react swiftly and with determination if United States President Donald Trump implements his threat to impose 100% tariffs on European imports. The threat follows potential European plans to tax digital services, which Trump claims unfairly targets American tech companies.
Portugal is set to implement updated vehicle inspection regulations in alignment with EU road safety standards, aiming to enhance overall transport security.
An analytical look at current European airline travel regulations and policies, presented through an engaging interactive prompt for readers.
The US is pressuring Europe to resume imports of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG), with American investors acting as intermediaries to profit from the trade, according to The Wall Street Journal. Regarding the Russia-Ukraine war, the Donald Trump administration has previously encouraged energy ceasefire negotiations to prevent attacks on energy infrastructure. In September, US emissaries Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff travelled to Moscow and Kiev to initiate talks. The plan involves gas flowing through Ukrainian pipelines to Europe, using American intermediaries to bypass EU sanctions. Sources familiar with the talks describe this as a lucrative opportunity for US investors. Meanwhile, Trump has delayed new Congressional sanctions on Russia, while Ukraine continues to target Russian energy infrastructure.
Paulo Rangel states that Portugal is in favour of lowering EU customs duties to 10%.
Portuguese Minister Rangel expresses support for a reduction in EU customs tariffs to 10%.
The European Commission proposes to further strengthen Frontex, enhancing its capacity to protect external borders and transforming it into the EU's main player regarding returns.
Brussels proposes a new climate framework after a summer with 30,000 to 50,000 premature deaths in Europe. Countries such as France and Germany could lose up to 240 billion dollars in GDP.
The proposed revision of the mandate for the agency that monitors the EU's external borders opens the door to its intervention in migrant return processes outside of European territory.
Home News European Union prepares new rules for driving licence renewals European Union prepares new rules for driving licence renewals Driving before 17, new validity timeframes and homogeneous rules, the European Union (EU) has approved reforms to driving licence rules, affecting all driving li
Sánchez cited as an example the 72% decrease in irregular migrant arrivals in Spain from the African Atlantic coast, while across Europe that percentage is around 30%.
The Ceuta migration crisis has worsened differences between European governments regarding migration policy. On the second day of the European Council, Meloni reinforced the importance of external borders.
Foreign ministers are expected to approve the largest ever package of sanctions against Russia, announced by the European bloc's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, in September.
The Irish Presidency's proposal for the European Union's next long-term budget will be announced this Saturday. The divide between Cohesion countries and frugal countries remains. The European Parliament is calling for a budget with greater funding and ambition.
European Commissioner for Trade Maros Sefcovic described the outcome of talks with China as a 'crucial first step' toward rebalancing trade relations, though he noted the agreed measures are only the beginning of the process. Following two days of meetings in Beijing with Chinese Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao, Sefcovic stated that the results will be presented to EU leaders in Brussels next week. Both parties agreed to manage differences within WTO rules, with plans for a third ministerial meeting in March 2027. Key outcomes include a 'green channel' for exporting rare earths and permanent magnets to Europe, intended to improve supply chain transparency. The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) welcomed the progress toward reducing trade tensions while awaiting a detailed analysis of the agreement.
Handelskommissar Maroš Šefčovič bemüht sich um eine Zusage aus Peking, den boomenden Export chinesischer Plug-in-Hybrid-Elektrofahrzeuge nach Europa einzudämmen.
Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič is seeking concessions from Beijing to narrow a record trade deficit, but expectations of a breakthrough are low.
The European Court of Auditors states that some revisions to the RRF have reduced commitments, but Brussels guarantees that the level of ambition has been maintained. Portugal was not among the flagged cases, but the auditor identifies flaws in controls and will monitor the “substantial completion”.
The officials point out that “the open, rules-based trading system is being heavily affected by the instrumentalisation of trade, by systemic practices that distort the market and by global macroeconomic imbalances.”
The Portuguese Prime Minister and 16 other EU leaders called this Friday for the Common Agricultural Policy and cohesion funds to be preserved in the next community budget, warning that further cuts would weaken public support for the European project. In a letter addressed to the Irish presidency of the Council of the European Union, to which...
China has warned that it will “respond firmly” to defend the “legitimate rights and interests” of its industries should the European Union (EU) adopt new restrictive measures against Chinese companies or products, the Ministry of Commerce stated. The ministry was reacting to reports that several EU member states are preparing a joint document...
The aggressive offensive of US imperialism spreads war and destruction worldwide. US and Israeli aggression against Iran has global economic consequences, including fuel supply disruptions. The European Union remains submissive to the US, supporting its military aggression and violations of international law. While EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas parrots Trump's pretexts regarding Iranian nuclear ambitions, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen laments the €90 billion increase in EU fuel costs. Economic groups and multinationals profit from the war, while the public suffers from rising costs. The EU refuses to challenge US actions, instead enforcing 'economic governance' rules that restrict national sovereignty and impose neoliberal policies. In this climate, state intervention is crucial, yet the EU uses these governance mechanisms to threaten member states against implementing necessary wage increases and price controls. Defeating this agenda requires challenging the EU's restrictive economic framework.
Announcing measures is easy, explaining how to finance them is more difficult.
One of the goals of ACHIEVE4EDU is for the knowledge gained to allow for the creation of educational policies to be applied throughout the European Union.
The Portuguese government maintains a flexible stance on negotiations but expresses concerns about the implementation of new European Union revenue streams.
Why is it easier for a jar of peanut butter to cross EU borders than it is for a European worker? According to the Commission, varying social security systems and professional qualifications make it hard for Europeans to work outside their home country in the bloc. The EU executive’s Fair Labour Mobility Package — unveiled ...
Legal expert Gonçalo Dorotea Cevada analyses the situation in Ceuta and how Europe can deal with the arrival of migrants.
The number of flights has been rising since 2021, with 6.9 million commercial flights taking place in the European Union in 2025. The airport with the highest number of commercial flights was Amsterdam.
Sweden has decided to transfer illegal migrants to Italy under the new European Pact on Migration and Asylum, following in the footsteps of Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and Finland.
Venezuela is the main country of origin for asylum seekers, while Italy is the most requested member state. Portugal recorded only 105 applications that month.
