China lets its cash speak in the Balkans
As Brussels painstakingly deliberates the merits of aspiring European Union members in the Balkans, Beijing has begun an investment offensive in the region. But is China’s money talking economics or politics?
A slap in the face for Israeli aspirations
How Israel to a European Court of Justice ruling may have a profound impact on commercial relations with its principal trading partner.
Billions released for energy projects
Gas and electricity projects to receive €2.3bn from the European economic recovery package.
China slows military surge
China says it will end a long period of double-digit growth in military spending, but its 7.5% target will still alarm the West.
Anti-immigration parties set to make gains in Dutch elections
Voters in the Netherlands have gone to the polls in municipal elections. Political parties opposing Muslim immigration are expected to gain ground in the run-up to early national elections in June.
China slows military spending surge
China says it will end a long period of double-digit growth in military spending, but its 7.5% target will still alarm the West.
Commission approval for Vietnam trade talks
Trade commissioner wants to initial free-trade negotiations with Vietnam.
MEPs want greater say in shaping foreign policy
Parliament expresses frustration over being sidelined in formation of new diplomatic corps.
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