It should be golden times for the defense industry when 32 NATO states commit to spending five percent on defense. For many countries, this is an enormous feat of strength. For defense companies and politicians, the work is only just beginning.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
Donald Trump is already causing a stir ahead of the NATO summit. On board Air Force One, the US President downplayed the alliance's collective defense article and published a private text message from Mark Rutte that makes the NATO Secretary General look bad.
By Stephan Israel
More and more European NATO partners are adopting France's concept of strategic autonomy – partly because the US has become less reliable. However, European neighbors fear that France's concept is actually about making profits for its own arms industry.
By Gabriel Bub
The energy industry is warning of the negative consequences of the proposed industrial electricity price. The EU Commission’s concessions could dry up markets and raise prices for other participants. However, for the beneficiaries, there is an advantage compared to electricity price compensation.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU and Canada plan to strengthen their collaboration across several key areas. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen also used the EU-Canada summit to send a message to the United States.
By Corinna Visser
Kaja Kallas intends to discuss the critical review of the EU’s Association Agreement with Israel directly with the Israeli government. Spain's foreign minister had called for the immediate suspension of the agreement. The Foreign Affairs Council also prepared for the EU-China summit scheduled for the end of July.
By Stephan Israel
On Tuesday evening, the NATO summit will open in The Hague. Secretary General Mark Rutte has succeeded in rallying the allies behind the five percent spending target. Disagreements with Spain have been pushed to the future.
By Inge Brendler
The German federal government views potential EU rule changes on permanent grassland with concern, fearing setbacks in environmental and climate action.
By Julia Dahm
At the Day of Industry in Berlin, EU Commission Vice President Maroš Šefčovič described 2025 as a “year of disruption”. He said Europe must redefine its approach to global trade.
By Corinna Visser
