The Socialist Party (PS) in France has decided not to table a motion of censure against the government of Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu. This step opens the way for new budget negotiations.
By Claire Stam
At the meeting of defence ministers, Mark Rutte will emphasize NATO’s leadership in future drone defense. The EU’s role should be limited to financing and coordinating procurement. The EU defense ministers will meet in the evening.
By Stephan Israel and Wilhelmine Stenglin
The trade ministers lament the Chinese export restrictions on rare earths and hope to diversify supply chains. In the short term, however, they do not want to take any measures that could lead to an escalation.
By Amelie Richter and Janos Allenbach-Ammann
Next week, the EU Parliament will vote on the sustainability omnibus. The trialogue that will begin immediately afterwards could be concluded as early as the beginning of December
By Ferdinand Fröhlich, Marc Winkelmann and Lukas Knigge
The head of the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, Karim Haggag, calls on the EU to stick to Europe’s values when it comes to dealing with the Gaza war. The EU’s diplomatic role will be important in the future.
By Okan Bellikli
The EU is urging swift action after China expanded its export restrictions on rare earths and high-tech products. Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič is calling for talks with Beijing, while Lithuania and Denmark are calling for stronger economic security and a united European response.
By Amelie Richter
The EU member states are in favor of permanently reducing tariffs for Ukrainian agricultural imports. But there are restrictions.
By Julia Dahm
The Transport Committee is calling for a limit of three hours or more to be retained in the fiercely contested new entitlements for air passengers. Negotiations with the Council could be difficult, as it is demanding an increase to four hours.
By Marion Bergermann
Prime Minister Lecornu is making his government statement today. If he is unable to convince the Socialists, he is once again threatened with a quick end. This would also put President Macron under enormous pressure.
By Claire Stam
On Oct. 24, the EU Parliament’s rapporteur will present his report on the digital euro. Fernando Navarrete Rojas (EPP) is himself skeptical about the dossier. However, there are more and more voices that see the digital currency as a strategic instrument.
By Corinna Visser
