Spain is a member of the European Union, a 27-country bloc that operates a common trade policy, so any attempt to single out Madrid would create friction with other member states, like Germany, France and Italy.
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Category: 3. Europe
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European Commission president and Swiss Confederation president sign a broad package of EU-Switzerland agreements
On 2 March, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Swiss Confederation President Guy Parmelin signed a broad package of agreements aiming to deepen and expand the EU-Switzerland relationship.
The package establishes a modern framework for the EU and Switzerland, enabling…
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OceanEye: Reinforcing ocean observation and protection
The ocean is essential to life on this planet. And yet, it is under more pressure than ever, from climate change to pollution to illegal fishing. The more information we have about the ocean, the better we can safeguard its vast natural heritage and protect the ocean and ourselves.
At the…
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Campaigners call for a 'pause' to new travel rules
The UK is being urged to “pause” a new travel scheme for people visiting Britain.
The electronic travel authorization (ETA) is a digital permission to travel to the UK which came into force on 25 February. Most people who have been able to travel to the UK visa free until now will need…
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Fly to an incredible meal with Flylounge
It’s got to be the most unusual restaurant in Belgium.
You could be forgiven for thinking that Flylounge is going to whisk you off to some exotic destination. In fact, it’s been rather cleverly turned into a multi-function space that doubles as a restaurant…. and is located just down…
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The making of ‘Made in Europe’ – POLITICO
“Made in Europe” is finally here.
After four delays and fierce internal battles, the European Commission unveils its Industrial Accelerator Act — a plan aimed at challenging China’s dominance in clean tech and tilting public procurement toward EU-made…
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Wie Trump für Merz zur Wachstumsbremse wird – POLITICO
Während Kanzler Friedrich Merz nach seinem Besuch im Oval Office die Rückreise antritt, schlägt die geopolitische Realität in Deutschland voll ein. Steigende Gaspreise, fallende Börsenkurse und die Zwei-Euro-Marke an den Tankstellen bringen die mühsam geplante…
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Here’s how Londoners will try to stop China’s massive embassy – POLITICO
“This cost was an obviously material consideration, given that it flows directly from the decision to approve the Proposed Development. It was irrational and thus unlawful not to take it into account,” the residents’ legal case states.
They also argue it was unlawful for Communities…
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Would-be translators say EU botched their entry exams — again – POLITICO
The tests are run by the European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO), an interinstitutional body that organizes recruitment for institutions including the European Commission, the European Parliament and the Council of the EU. The exams are a gateway to a career in the EU civil…
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Keep calm and carry on: Britain’s finance minister tries to dodge the Biden trap
LONDON — The U.K.’s finance minister insists the British people are going to feel richer. Just not yet.
Rachel Reeves delivered a biannual forecast on Tuesday that insisted inflation, borrowing and debt will all fall by the next general election, benefiting people by £1,000 a year….
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