Egypt secures $1 billion World Bank reform support
Egypt gains new World Bank funding to boost private sector jobs, strengthen fiscal stability and support greener growth goals nationwide....
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EU softens 2035 ban on combustion engine vehicles
BRUSSELS, December 17, 2025: The European Union is set to ease its planned 2035 ban on the sale of new combustion engine vehicles after sustained pressure from automakers and several member states, marking a significant policy adjustment in...
EU nearly hits 2030 climate target with 54% emissions cut
The EU is nearly on track to cut net emissions by 54% by 2030, just shy of its 55% target, the European Commission confirmed....
EU-US trade negotiations to proceed after tariff pause
EU and US agree to fast track trade talks as Trump pauses tariff hike to allow time for negotiations....
Trump’s 50 percent EU tariff plan met with EU resistance
EU urges respect in US trade talks after Trump proposes 50% tariff on EU goods, stressing readiness to defend interests....
European Commission forecasts sluggish growth for Belgium
Belgium's economy is forecast to grow only 0.8% in 2025 amid falling exports, rising debt, and global uncertainty, with a slight recovery expected in 2026....
Slovakia outbreak triggers Austria’s livestock protection move
Austria shuts minor Slovakia crossings to block spread of foot-and-mouth disease, protecting its livestock industry from cross-border threats....
EU confirms macro-financial aid for Egypt and Jordan
EU Parliament approves €4B for Egypt and €500M for Jordan to support reforms and economic stability....
EU aims to strengthen law enforcement with new security roadmap
European Commission unveils plans to reform Europol and strengthen EU law enforcement amid rising digital and hybrid threats....
EU urges airlines to avoid Lebanese and Israeli airspace in October
The EU has advised airlines to avoid Lebanese and Israeli airspace throughout October due to escalating tensions and an increase in airstrikes, citing serious security risks....