Brussels, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European Union leaders are preparing to examine tougher trade measures against China amid growing concerns over Chinese exports, industrial competitiveness and manufacturing jobs. The EU-China trade relationship is under increasing pressure … Read more

Brussels, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European Schools in Brussels are facing renewed scrutiny over employment practices after reports that school supervisors continue to receive successive fixed-term contracts despite a Belgian labour court ruling against the arrangements. … Read more

Brussels, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Brussels-Capital Region has joined legal proceedings against the bankruptcy trustees of former fire extinguisher manufacturer SICLI following the discovery of severe chemical contamination at its former industrial site in Uccle. … Read more

Brussels, 14 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels Mayor Philippe Close has called for urgent federal intervention and additional police funding after two fatal shootings shook Belgium’s capital. The Brussels shootings, including the killing of a 41-year-old … Read more

Brussels, 13 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – A Brussels fatal shooting near the European Parliament has left one man dead and prompted a criminal investigation, raising concerns about public safety in the Belgian capital’s European Quarter.

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Brussels, 13 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – EU AI and cloud rules are facing growing financial scrutiny after a reported study warned that Europe’s push for greater technological independence could cost more than €100 billion over the next … Read more

Brussels, 13 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European elections could bring significant changes to the European Union’s political direction, with shifting parliamentary alliances influencing decisions on migration, climate action, economic competitiveness and defence. As the European Parliament continues … Read more

Sofia, Bulgaria, 13 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Black Sea drone attacks struck two commercial vessels off Bulgaria’s coastline on Tuesday, sinking one cargo ship and leaving 11 sailors missing. The incidents have triggered rescue operations, diplomatic tensions … Read more

Luxembourg, 12 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The EU Foreign Affairs Council is meeting in Luxembourg to discuss Russia’s continuing invasion of Ukraine, rising security concerns across Europe and developments in the Middle East. The discussions bring together … Read more

Brussels, 12 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European Union environment ministers are discussing the bloc’s international climate priorities ahead of the COP31 United Nations summit in Türkiye, as Brussels seeks stronger emissions reductions and greater cooperation on implementing … Read more

Brussels, 12 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The EU-China hybrid car deal could reduce projected Chinese hybrid vehicle exports to Europe by more than half over four years, following a significant trade understanding between Brussels and Beijing. The … Read more

Brussels, 12 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The US dollar remained near its strongest level in 18 months on Monday as escalating Middle East tensions, elevated oil prices and renewed inflation concerns unsettled global financial markets. The … Read more

Panama City, 11 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Panama has declared a national state of emergency after powerful earthquakes struck the Central American country, injuring at least 27 people and damaging hundreds of homes, schools and public buildings. … Read more

Warsaw, 11 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Polish security services convened an emergency meeting on Sunday after police received information about a possible attack on Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz. … Read more

Bangkok, 11 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The World Bank is discussing potential financial assistance with between 30 and 40 countries as rising energy costs, debt repayments and climate-related risks put pressure on developing economies.

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