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Economic policy
Growth: Less red tape and more free trade to have little effect
In her second term, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is investing a lot of political capital in cutting red tape and signing new trade agreements. However, experts warn that this is unlikely to stimulate growth.
By Janos Allenbach-Ammann
CEO.Table
Why the digital euro in its current form will weaken Europe
The digital euro is supposed to secure Europe’s strength but, in its current form, will weaken the bloc’s sovereignty, competition and trust. The President of the German Savings Banks and Giro Association (DSGV), Ulrich Reuter, argues why Europe is standing in its own way with this project.
By Ulrich Reuter
Iris²
Iris²: Preparing for a milestone
The Iris² satellite constellation is the EU’s project, supported by Esa, to establish its own secure communication system in orbit. The SpaceRISE consortium, which was commissioned to build and operate Iris2, will present its progress at Rendezvous One.
By Corinna Visser
Fiscal policy
Budget: Germany faces deficit proceedings in 2026
Having narrowly avoided one this year, the eurozone’s largest economy faces deficit proceedings in 2026: In the spring, Valdis Dombrovskis wants to know whether Germany’s deficit above the three percent limit can be fully explained by higher defense spending.
By Janos Allenbach-Ammann
Automotive
Local content requirements: How the EU wants to protect its car industry
The EU Commission has announced a comprehensive automotive package and the Industrial Accelerator Act for Dec. 10. The proposals are intended to safeguard Europe’s automotive industry with requirments for locally-sourced content.
By Markus Grabitz, Till Hoppe and Janos Allenbach-Ammann
Peace negotiations
Europe and Russia vie for Donald Trump’s favor
Europeans and Ukrainians have managed to get the US-Russian peace plan revised. It remains to be seen whether Donald Trump will agree. Moscow has criticized the “unconstructive” compromise.
By Stephan Israel, Sara Sievert and Viktor Funk
Ukraine war
Ukraine: Europe’s response to the US peace plan
More soldiers, more say for NATO and the Europeans and no violent border shift – Europe and other Western partners are supporting Kyiv with their own plan and mediating between Presidents Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump.
By Viktor Funk and Sara Sievert
COP30
COP30: Europe suddenly speaks with one voice on climate protection
Shortly before COP30 in Brazil, EU member states became entangled in disputes over climate targets, climate protection measures and international cooperation. There was no sign of this in Belém — partly because the EU had its back to the wall.
By Lukas Knigge
Trade
EU-US deal: Trade ministers receive Greer and Lutnick in Brussels
In talks with US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, the EU trade ministers will focus on the swift implementation of the trade deal. Higher tariffs against Russia are also on the agenda of the Trade Council.
By Janos Allenbach-Ammann
Europe.Table
A successful digital euro needs the banking industry
Contrary to ECB President Lagarde’s plans, only banks should issue the digital euro. Otherwise there is a risk of major security gaps.
By Peter Güllmann
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Table of Contents - Edition 1079 from November 27th, 2025
- Growth: Less red tape and more free trade to have little effect
- EUDR: Parliament votes for further postponement
- Shein: EU Commission increases pressure on the online giant
- Ukraine war: Why the EU now wants rapid agreement on a reparation loan for Ukraine
- Russian uranium: Commission narrows down phase-out date
- Must Reads: How Jordan Bardella defrauded the European Parliament with his training costs
- Time.Table: The US plan, European diplomacy and the rocky road to peace in Ukraine
- Top 100 of the Table 2025: The 100 key movers and shakers of the Europe.Table scene — NGOs
- Documents: Report of the EU Court of Auditors on Cohesion Policy
- Dessert: Why Brussels could soon face a US-style shutdown
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