EU pushes ‘Buy European’ quotas in major plan to revive industry
A draft of the Clean Industrial Deal obtained by POLITICO reveals EU plans to drive climate-friendly manufacturing.
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The EU’s strategy to counter Trump’s tariffs: An iron fist in a velvet glove
Brussels has strengthened its trade toolkit since Donald Trump’s first term. But it would need the broad support of EU countries to strike back hard.
Brussels pushes ‘buy European’ procurement plan
Leaked policy proposal would give government option to exclude foreign companies from public contracts
Brussels threatens ‘decisive action against China over contract awards
EU investigation finds Beijing discriminating against medical device manufacturers in bids for public contracts
US sanctions key member of Viktor Orbán’s inner circle for ‘corruption’
Treasury has designated Hungarian PM’s Cabinet office chief as a “corrupt government official.”
Trump 2.0 will hurt planet, open door for America’s green rivals: EU climate chief
In an interview with POLITICO, Teresa Ribera said Donald Trump’s expected climate withdrawal presents an opportunity for others to boost their clean industries.
Italian police bust illegal migrant reception ring, arrest mayor of Meloni’s party
The network allegedly orchestrated the illegal award of public contracts worth €5 million.
Sustainability advocates, unions pin hopes on reform of EU public procurement rules
The European Commision’s recently announced plans to revise EU public procurement rules should ensure social and environmental criteria that are actually entrenched into law, trade unions and sustainability advocates said.
Sustainability advocates, unions pin hopes on reform of EU public procurement rules
The European Commision’s recently announced plans to revise EU public procurement rules should ensure social and environmental criteria that are actually entrenched into law, trade unions and sustainability advocates said.