Brussels cites security concerns in latest crackdown on sensitive China-made imports
Move to soften impact on companies of flagship climate legislation is a setback for environmental groups
EU must adapt to geopolitical reality shaped by US and China, says Belgium’s Pierre Wunsch
Levies on cars and trucks exported to US will be imposed ‘next week’ unless companies manufacture at American plants
Sabine Weyand refused to endorse US tariff agreement as WTO-compliant
The US has no geoeconomic answer to Beijing controlling its trading partners via manipulating supply chains
Beijing threatens unspecified retaliation over fears that bill to strengthen bloc’s industry will hurt its companies
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Industry minister tells FT she wants ‘level playing field’ for Canadian and EU companies
Ferrero Rocher producer says it was target of unannounced inspections this week
Domestic producers, already under pressure from overcapacity despite a growing market, are adapting ahead of tariff cuts
Brussels is proposing to tighten safety rules that apply to a small number of specialist imports
Good harvests and plentiful grain stocks will provide some cushion against the impact of the Iran war
Repeat offenders could have their websites blocked in new customs rules aimed at curbing glut of cheap Chinese goods
European parliament had delayed vote during Greenland crisis
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The 2026 ranking highlights the businesses that are flourishing in uncertain times. From financial services driving growth in London to a personalised dog food brand in Italy. Plus the role of venture capital and France’s tech hub success
Both sides are looking to reduce their dependence on the US and China
European parliament set to vote this week on whether to ratify Turnberry agreement signed last year
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British food and drinks supplements can contain 10mg of marijuana or hemp-derived CBD, five times Europe’s daily limit
Brussels will impose a €3 duty per type of item bought online and shipped into the bloc from July
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The fight over ‘Made in Europe’ versus ‘Made with Europe’ is a pointless one
Spain’s premier tells US president what no other European leader dares to say but some say he has miscalculated