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Topic: European Union

Is having an India connection an advantage or a liability? Global leaders are divided

International media also examines Indian economy. In an interview, RBI chief Shaktikanta Das defends country's resilience, saying it can handle any spillover shocks as Trump takes office.

Trump, German coalition collapse to loom large as European leaders meet in Budapest

By Philip Blenkinsop and Krisztina Than BUDAPEST (Reuters) - Donald Trump's return to power and the collapse of Germany's ruling coalition will be major talking points at a meeting of nearly 50

US, EU call for investigation into reports of election violations in Georgia

Polls in Georgia have led to a disputed result with the Opposition calling for protests against the electoral commission's decision in favour of the ruling party that has deepened ties with Russia.

Trade on one hand, derisking on other. Germany’s Scholz says ‘need to be open, not naive’ on China

In India for next round of intergovernmental consultations, Scholz talks about his country’s India push, including devising strategy to attract skilled Indian employees to Germany.

EU needs to rethink FTAs, look for ‘shortcut’ for deal with India, says German vice chancellor

German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck is in India as part of delegation for next round of intergovernmental consultations. He made remarks Thursday at press conference in New Delhi.

Progress on India-EU FTA ‘marginal’, Piyush Goyal points to ‘irrational standards’ set by bloc

Even after nine rounds of negotiations since 2022, the two sides are grappling with ‘fundamental differences’. For India, EU labour laws & environmental norms have become barriers. 

US, EU & allies call for immediate 21-day ceasefire along Israel-Lebanon border

A joint statement was signed after discussions at the UN Wednesday by several nations calling for diplomatic negotiation & resolution of the conflict, while also advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Draghi report wants EU to have an edge in competitive world. It’s just too hard to implement

The next five years, with a second term for EU Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen, will shape the future course of the European project, and offer an expanded role and returns for New Delhi.

‘Not closed to business from China.’ Jaishankar says issue is which sector, what terms

Trade has grown in last decade, with China replacing US as New Delhi’s largest business partner in goods in FY24. This growth comes despite strained ties since Galwan clashes.

2024 summer the warmest in Northern Hemisphere ever, says EU Climate Change monitor

The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) anticipated that extreme weather will become intense unless countries focus on reduction in emissions.

On Camera

6 reasons Trump’s Gaza plan won’t work—even if Hamas accepts it

On paper, the 21-point plan looks balanced—Palestinian governance, international oversight, reconstruction pledges. But in reality, it is a non-negotiable diktat.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Army chief’s big warning to Pakistan: Stop sponsoring terrorism if you want to exist geographically

Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.