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But Donald Trump goes much further than that. He has argued for decades that the EU was created after the Second World War to “rip off” the United States.I know this is completely wrong. How so? Because, at the start of my career as a U.S. Foreign Service officer, I was assigned to European Affairs in the State Department from 1960 to 1962, working on European integration.

A century apart, two disastrous turns of U.S. policy toward Europe

Former U.S. Deputy Under Secretary of CommerceWith Donald Trump claiming that the “EU is far nastier than China,” it is high time to take a closer look at U.S.-European relations.

Latin America at the crossroads: Reviving nuclear leadership for a safer world

Once a global leader in nuclear disarmament, Latin America faces a critical decision: Reclaim its moral authority or risk irrelevance.

There is a good chance that her party will win the elections again next year and that she can succeed herself as prime minister. There are not many social democratic politicians who can say that today.

Danish social democratic prime minister Mette Frederiksen sometimes tougher on migration than Giorgia Meloni

With her country holding the rotating EU presidency the second half of 2025, Danish prime minister Mette Frederiksen is advocating a stronger EU with more defence and less migration

“Alongside the social and health implications, we must also consider that we want an agreement that ensures the viability of the pharmaceutical sector, which, as the second-largest export sector, makes a crucial contribution to the European economy,” he stressed.

Greek MEPs demand tariff-free trade in medicines as new deadline looms

Greek MEPs Papandreou and Tsiodras warn that US pharma tariffs threaten health and supply chains, urging the Commission to react accordingly.

In a Europe short on heavyweight leadership, Meloni is emerging as the continent’s most potent political figure. Once dismissed as a fringe nationalist, Italy’s prime minister now holds a powerful position both at home and abroad, while her counterparts in France, Germany, Spain and the UK falter, building momentum and a reputation as the EU’s most stable and strategic player.

Georgia Meloni: The lady of the hour

In a Europe short of leaders, the Italian Prime Minister is now fast emerging as the continent’s most influential leader.

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Fourth, by understanding the functioning of the global supply chain in combination with the ESG (environment-society-government) legislative framework that will necessarily lead to a new more resilient and sustainable operating model; and Fifth , with the changing nature of competition and market over-concentration. Competition is primarily about prices and is likely to lead to a reduction in profit margins but it is also about quality, service and the overall service provided to the customer.

Analyses

Τhe Retail market for 2025 and challenges for the day after

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Estimates for global retail turnover for the year are around $30 trillion and the contribution of e-commerce will be remarkable with over 25% of total turnover and with the dominant markets in e-commerce being those of North America, Asia and Europe

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Officials attempted to reassure themselves that all of that was a good thing because it was an implicit extension of what was agreed in Washington. But the lip service and shifting dynamics among allies toward Kyiv were clearly detected in Moscow. Where the Europeans were meant to bring the game-changing moves was through the French and British-led so-called coalition of the willing.

Analyses

Zelensky is the world’s loneliest leader

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky still has to constantly advocate for real military support, while Russia has escalated its attacks and benefits from more reliable supplies from its partners. To end the war, Europeans must bolster their support, agree on air defense strategies, and weaken Russia’s defense industry

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For context, the HFSF currently owns approximately 67% of ATHEX, a stake it acquired during the height of the Greek financial crisis. Euronext’s bid — emerging victorious in a competitive process reportedly including other major international players — is a reflection of confidence in the strategic importance and potential of the Greek market within the broader European framework.

Analyses

Euronext’s Move to Acquire the Athens Stock Exchange: A tangible vote of Confidence to the Greek Economy.

Thursday, July 3, 2025

Euronext’s ongoing negotiations to acquire the majority stake in the Athens Stock Exchange (ATHEX) mark a significant development for the Greek capital markets

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This decision aligns with the national strategy to reinforce corporate governance and enhance the institution’s credibility. Under the supervision of Alternate Minister of Finance Mr. Nikos Papathanasis, HDB is advancing targeted initiatives to bolster transparency, accountability, and meritocracy in its operations.

Management

Professor Nikolaos Georgikopoulos (Stern NYU) appointed New Chair of the Remuneration and Nominations Committee

Thursday, July 3, 2025

Professor Nikolaos Georgikopoulos (Stern NYU) appointed New Chair of the Remuneration and Nominations Committee at the Hellenic Development Bank

European leaders who share the vision of a values-based foreign policy should adopt their own Team Europe approach. While some countries may have lost credibility or interest when it comes to promoting human rights and the rule of law in the Southern Mediterranean, others, including Belgium, Ireland, Slovenia, and Spain, are viewed much more positively. These countries are well positioned to lead an agenda that promotes democracy and human rights both inside the EU and through coordinated efforts to counter antidemocratic actors.

Europe

The EU Needs Values-Based Engagement in the Southern Mediterranean

Thursday, July 3, 2025

As the EU prepares a new pact for its Southern neighborhood, the union should balance economic and security interests with support for civil society, political reforms, and inclusive governance

No-one would have been more keenly aware of the potential pitfalls of this summit than Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte, who was involved in a surprising exchange with the US president in which he referred to him as "daddy".Rutte had already flattered Trump in a private message for "decisive action in Iran" that "NO American president in decades could have done". Trump had then posted his words on his social media network and Rutte denied being embarrassed.

Analyses

Five takeaways from Nato’s big summit on hiking defence spending

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

For the Netherlands this was the biggest security operation in its history; for Nato’s 32 member states the Hague summit was historic too

Nevertheless, the strikes did weaken the Iranian system’s military capabilities. There is now a short window for effective diplomacy to transform the U.S. intervention into a turning point in resolving one of the region’s most enduring threats. For that, the United States would be wise to leverage Europe’s hawkish posture; team up with France, Germany, and the UK (the E3); and involve Arab partners, China, and Russia.

Analyses

The small window for an EU-U.S. diplomatic push on Iran

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

To turn U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear program into a long-term resolution, Washington should seize the moment and cooperate with France, Germany, and the UK on diplomatic talks

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China has over between two and three million employees, known as the 50 Cent Party, whose job is to monitor and censor the Chinese online information environment.Moreover, China is creating a “techno-block” with countries (especially in Africa) to which it is supplying back-end information infrastructure. It is also exporting closed-circuit television (CCTV) surveillance technology for monitoring and controlling their societies.

Analyses

Welcome to the Gray War

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

China’s cyber and info war is already here — and the U.S. is playing catch-up

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Although [Trump] is leading his own country and much of the world into great danger, that doesn’t absolve Europe’s leaders from making a huge effort to repair the damage and to recover the EU’s fading influence.

World

Trump’s betrayal of the world’s poor is Europe’s opportunity

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Of all the chaos wreaked by Donald Trump, the most destructive and long-lasting will fall on the weakest, least resilient parts of the developing world

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For Netanyahu, bombing Iran wasn’t just a security imperative; it was a legacy-defining moment. He had warned about Tehran’s nuclear ambitions since the 1990s. Now, with Israel striking Iranian facilities and Hezbollah leadership eliminated in the north, he has finally fulfilled his career-long promise.

Analyses

How Bibi Netanyahu outsmarted Biden, defied the EU, and still bombed Iran

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Despite corruption charges, mass protests, and mounting international pressure, Israel’s longest-serving prime minister used his alliance with Trump and skillfully exploited global divisions to execute his most audacious move yet

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However, the UK says it’s not planning to follow suit - making it an attractive market for firms like XPeng, which started delivering its G6 model to British consumers in March, and BYD, which launched its Dolphin Surf model this month in the UK, and is available for as little as $26,100.

World

How China made electric vehicles mainstream

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

"I drive an electric vehicle because I am poor," says Lu Yunfeng, a private hire driver

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A switch to qualified-majority voting would have obvious benefits. It would help to prevent the watering-down of sanctions proposals to their lowest common denominator as twenty-seven capitals argue that sanctions should not impact their respective national champions. It would also prevent policy paralysis and project EU unity, instead of placing the spotlight on the fringe stances of a handful of EU states. Finally, it would help shield the EU from the divide-and-rule tactics of Russia, China, and other adversaries.

Europe

How the EU can think creatively for sanctions on Russia

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Ahead of Thursday’s European Council summit, it is hard to deny that EU sanctions on Russia are facing headwinds

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Danish social democratic prime minister Mette Frederiksen sometimes tougher on migration than Giorgia Meloni

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With her country holding the rotating EU presidency the second half of 2025, Danish prime minister Mette Frederiksen is advocating a stronger EU with more defence and less migration

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Greek MEPs demand tariff-free trade in medicines as new deadline looms

Greek MEPs demand tariff-free trade in medicines as new deadline looms

Greek MEPs Papandreou and Tsiodras warn that US pharma tariffs threaten health and supply chains, urging the Commission to react accordingly.

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To save the Single Market, bring back Delors’ 1992 playbook

To save the Single Market, bring back Delors’ 1992 playbook

Most people familiar with EU affairs know the single market is a myth. Hailed as the bedrock of the European Union, it was never completed and is now crumbling.

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