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The US and EU Rift on Ukraine

Reality versus International Norms and Rules Tradeoff The Trump administration has presented an ultimatum pushing the line that that US to recognizes Russia's annexation of Crimea, forcing European capitals into a difficult choice between supporting Kyiv or aligning with Washington…

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The EU needs to Step-up European Defence Spending

EU Strategic Autonomy on Defense Needed The potential U.S. retrenchment from Europe has increased, particularly under a possible second Trump presidency. This article highlights the challenges European nations face in developing a cohesive defense strategy in the context of declining…

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European Leaders Assess How Trump will affect the EU

Expect a Rocky Relations between the US and EU Following Donald Trump's victory in the U.S. presidential elections, Europe is bracing for a new era of economic protectionism that could have significant consequences on its economy, geopolitical stability, and efforts…

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EU and China Trade Tensions: China Opens Investigation into EU

Tariffs by EU on Chinese EVs sparks Potential Chinese Tariffs on Brandy Chinese authorities have decided not to impose provisional tariffs on EU-imported brandy, easing concerns among European producers amidst ongoing trade tensions. Despite a probe into potential dumping practices,…

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EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs Risk Trade War

Chinese EVs Pose Threat to EU Auto Industry The European Commission has announced provisional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) after an investigation found that these vehicles were being unfairly subsidized. The tariffs will vary depending on the company and…

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Recent NATO Plan for Ukraine and Impact on Markets?

What the plan for Ukraine in NATO means? The plan for Ukraine to join NATO has significant geopolitical implications. NATO, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, is a collective defense alliance aimed at countering potential threats from non-member states. Ukraine's inclusion…

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