Category: European Union

Are U.S. Tariffs Affecting Your Business? We Want to Hear From You.

The New York Times wants to hear from European business owners about how they are navigating the uncertainty of President Trump’s tariffs.
Why China Is Investing So Much Money in Moroccan Factories

Morocco is linked to Europe on the strength of its auto sector and a trade pact. But its status as a connector country has become precarious in the trade war.
TikTok Fined $600 Million for Sending European User Data to China

Irish investigators said TikTok did not protect the data of users in the European Union, improperly transferring some of it to China. TikTok said it would appeal.
U.S. Dollar’s Weakness Creates an Opportunity for the Euro. Can It Last?

European officials see the concern over the “safe haven” reputation of U.S. financial assets as a chance to attract investors.
Europe’s Pharma Industry Braces for Pain as Trump Tariff Threat Looms

Medicines and chemicals are huge exports for European Union countries. That makes the sector a weak spot as trade tensions drag on.
EU Fines Apple and Meta Total of $800 Million in First Use of Digital Competition Law

The European Commission said the Silicon Valley companies violated the Digital Markets Act, a law meant to crimp the power of the largest tech firms.
Jared Kushner Targets Albania’s Adriatic Coast for Luxury Tourism

Two major proposals led by Jared Kushner and a new airport championed by the Albanian government focus on an area prized for its biodiversity. Are they a sign of things to come?
Meloni and Trump: Oval Office Meeting Cements Special Rapport

In their meeting, President Trump inundated Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy with praise. She said he had accepted an invitation to go to Rome.
Meloni Meets With Trump, With Tariffs on the Agenda

Giorgia Meloni has come to the White House representing Italy, but in many ways on behalf of the rest of Europe.
Trump’s Tariff Threat for Drug imports Poses Big Political Risks

Levies on Americans’ daily prescriptions and other medicines could raise costs, spur rationing and lead to shortages of critical drugs.
The Former C.I.A. Officer Capitalizing On Europe’s Military Spending Boom

Eric Slesinger made a career shift from the spy agency to venture capital, championing military start-ups as Europe beefed up its defenses amid an uncertain relationship with the United States.
EU Countries Go on Tariff Defense

The uncertainty of higher tariffs has spurred Germany, Italy, Portugal and Spain to announce financial lifelines for businesses and workers. More countries are expected to follow.