Poland Takes Mercosur Trade Deal to EU’s Own Court TEC News May 11, 2026 Warsaw’s deputy foreign minister confirmed Poland’s court filing—and requested the implementation of the deal be paused during proceedings.
Germany’s Iran Problem: The Price of Appeasement Sabine Beppler-Spahl January 23, 2026 The bravery of Iranian demonstrators—many of whom have paid with their lives—highlights the German government’s fearfulness and shames us.
Farmers Take to the Roads Again, Challenging the Mercosur Deal TEC News January 7, 2026 Farmers plan to deploy new tractor-based roadblocks—echoing the December 18th protests in Brussels.
Germany Expects Italy to Back EU-Mercosur Trade Deal TEC News / AFP January 7, 2026 Italy’s support for Mercosur deal hinges on safeguards and import controls for local farmers.
Macron Pressures China With Tariff Warning TEC News / AFP December 7, 2025 The French president urged Beijing to curb its trade imbalance with Europe or face tougher measures—while conceding that uniting all 27 member states behind a hard line will be difficult.
Macron to Xi: ‘Help End Ukraine War’ TEC News / AFP December 4, 2025 Beijing visit sees the French president tell his Chinese counterpart that France and China must overcome their “differences.”
Germany and China Seek to Reset Trade Ties TEC News November 24, 2025 Following export disputes, the rivals attempt renewed cooperation—planning high-level visits to strengthen economic dialogue.
China’s Restrictions on Rare Earth Exports Spur EU Retaliation Zolta Győri October 24, 2025 Beijing’s latest move has sent shockwaves through Europe’s supply chains, leaving factories scrambling and Brussels vowing to respond.
Turkey Effectively Bans All Ships Connected to Israel Zolta Győri August 22, 2025 Without a formal announcement, Ankara started requiring proof from all vessels arriving that they have no connection to Israel on any level.
EU-China Summit in Beijing: Tech, Trade, and Ukraine Spark Tension Javier Villamor July 24, 2025 Amid recent scandals, deep mistrust clouds the talks between the two powers.
