Trump’s 90-day tariff delay sparks global trade uncertainty

According to Donald Trump, the European Union was very "clever" in its response to the tariffs he imposed on nearly the entire globe.

How US tariffs target Trump’s base in Republican states

Customs officers around the world, especially in the US, are increasingly uncertain about how to proceed, as the list and percentages of tariffs announced from Washington sometimes change literally from hour to hour.

Correspondence by Dan Alexe // Trump rejects EU proposal for customs peace

On Monday, April 7, US President Donald Trump stated that the European Union's proposal for a complete and mutual exemption from customs duties on industrial products, including cars, is insufficient to warrant a reduction in US customs duties. What is behind this European proposal?

Trump's tariff announcements shake global markets and EU response

Donald Trump's recent decision to impose sweeping tariffs on international trade has triggered significant instability in global markets, compelling leaders worldwide to respond.

EU targets Apple, Google for digital market rules violations

Europe is urging American giants like Apple to improve the interoperability of their devices with third-party platforms, such as smartwatches and headphones.

Correspondence by Dan Alexe // Paris: anti-Putin capital… and Russia remains excluded from the SWIFT banking system

After the 31-country summit dedicated to Ukraine, which took place in Paris on Thursday, March 27, Emmanuel Macron and Britain's Keir Starmer defended themselves as the main leaders of a coalition designed to defend Ukraine starting from the moment — very predictably — when Donald Trump withdraws altogether.

Correspondence by Dan Alexe // "Peace imposed by force": summit in Paris; France takes over the leadership of the coalition for Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron will host leaders of the Coalition of the Willing on Thursday, March 27. The Paris meeting will focus on short-term military support for Kiev and long-term security guarantees "that the armies of European countries can offer," Macron said.

Correspondence by Dan Alexe // Ukraine: behind-the-scenes negotiations and doubts about reaching a truce by Easter

Russian and Ukrainian officials are set to discuss ending the war during US-brokered talks in Saudi Arabia. It is already known that delegations from Moscow and Kiev will speak to US officials in separate rooms, with talks with Ukraine starting as early as Sunday. However, the Kremlin, whose representatives are due to start talks on Monday, is playing down expectations for a quick resolution to the conflict, warning that “difficult negotiations” lie ahead.

EU summit: Strengthening security, supporting Ukraine

An exceptional European summit was held in Brussels yesterday, concluding late last night, focusing on EU security and the current situation in Ukraine.

EU foreign ministers discuss defense and Ukraine military aid

The EU foreign ministers gathered yesterday in Brussels to discuss the defense of the continent, ahead of new proposals from the Commission that will be presented on Wednesday, just before the Thursday summit on March 20.

Correspondence by Dan Alexe // European Parliament adopts funds for the Republic of Moldova

On Tuesday, March 11, the European Parliament voted to grant final approval for a €1.9 billion Growth Plan for the Republic of Moldova, marking the largest EU support package ever provided to the country. The decision was made with 499 votes in favor, 117 against, and 44 abstentions. This funding will enable Moldova to continue its reforms, strengthen its institutions, and modernize its infrastructure.

Correspondence by Dan Alexe // European defense discussed in Paris and Strasbourg

A meeting of the military chiefs from European countries willing to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine is scheduled for Tuesday, March 11, in Paris, at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron. The meeting will focus on the potential future deployment of European forces in Ukraine. These troops are intended not to engage in frontline combat but to ensure the full respect of a peace agreement once it is reached. Notably, the meeting will also include representatives from the UK, which, although no longer part of the EU, remains the second nuclear power on the European continent.