Macronโs conservative allies warn against diluting pension reforms in 11th hour talks
The French government has shown openness to revisiting the 2023 law changing the retirement age in exchange for tacit support from the center-left.
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Aviationโs growth could blow its carbon budget by 2026
The Commission must halt airport expansion, slash corporate travel in half and raises taxes to reduce demand, a new report says.
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Forget Elon Musk โ hereโs whatโs really terrifying the UK government
A return to austerity was not in Keir Starmer’s plans โ and it risks shredding Labour’s credibility while populists snap at its heels.
Embrace China despite Trump, says CBI boss
The U.K. can position itself between the “two 500 pound gorillas staring at each other,” Rupert Soames said.
What California can learn from the place that invented the initiative
Our California ballot-measure reporter heads to Switzerland on the 150th anniversary of its first federal referendum to see what a state mad about direct democracy can take away from the country that devised i
Austrian Chancellor Nehammerย to resign after coalition talks collapse
The breakdown of the negotiations strengthens the hand of the far-right Freedom Party, which won Septemberโs election but has been blocked from forming a government.
French government to copy-paste budget that led to predecessorโs downfall
But finance ministry officials insist it’s just a time-saving move, not an endorsement of Michel Barnier’s plans.
Romaniaโs new government hikes taxes, caps public sector wages and pensions
The prospect of presidential and parliamentary elections in Romania in November and December had triggered a spending surge that was expected to push the 2024 budget deficit to 8.6% of GDP.
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Meloniโs 2025 budget appeases Brussels but raises specter of austerityย
Critics complained that the spending plan prioritizes political concerns over desperately sought funds for strained public services.
Turkeyโs grapes: A paradise lost
Seyit Karagรถzoฤlu wasnโt there when inspectors came to visit his wine business, Paลaeli, in 2021. Besides running the business, Karagรถzoฤlu spends his time driving through Anatolia, trying to preserve a part of Turkeyโs endangered heritage, uncovering the winemaking grapes that time forgot. He was on the road when he received a call from his brother, [โฆ]
Thereโs nothing very new about the new French government
The prime minister has failed his first big test. Despite another bunch of ministers, he hasnโt built a broader political base.
In Arizona speech, Trump jokes Musk is โnot going to be presidentโ
โAll the different hoaxes, and the new one is, โPresident Trump has ceded the presidency to Elon Musk,โโ Trump said.
EU climate chief Wopke Hoekstra goes to war with airlines
EU plans to hike airlines’ green taxes are “complete bullshit,” says lobby chief Willie Walsh.
Le coup de force permanent dโUrsula von der Leyen exaspรจre les gouvernements europรฉens
Certains dirigeants ont demandรฉ au nouveau prรฉsident du Conseil europรฉen, Antรณnio Costa, de les aider ร la contenir.
PMQs: Badenoch wins by punching Starmer on pensioners
Winter fuel payments took center stage in the final PMQs of 2024 โ with Starmer’s defense getting a frosty reception.
Trump: Making Canada the 51st state is a โgreat ideaโ
The U.S. president-elect continues to bait Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
How you gonna fix Germany?
Ahead of the Feb. 23 election, German parties have wildly different plans to repair the country’s sputtering economy.
Gare ร un retour des Gilets jaunes, prรฉvient lโancien commissaire ร la Gestion des crises
Rendez la transition verte abordable au lieu de la ralentir, dit lโancien commissaire Janez Lenarฤiฤ.
Louis Sarkozyโs secret political dream: Emulate Trump
The appetite of the former president’s son now extends beyond the small screen, with a book due in April and politics on the horizon.
Le Penโs dilemma in France: Stateswoman or saboteur?
France’s far-right leader must decide whether to wreck things or play nice โ while keeping the 2027 presidential election firmly in her sights.
Mercosur : il y a du nouveau
POLITICO vous prรฉsente les nouveaux รฉlรฉments de lโaccord commercial conclu la semaine derniรจre entre lโEurope et lโAmรฉrique du Sud.
Corporate France faces up to new era of political dysfunction
Governmentโs collapse over budget extends uncertainty about taxes and grants on which businesses base strategic plans
Republican tax writer battles with party leaders on Trumpโs border-tax strategy
Ways and Means Chair Jason Smith is at odds with Stephen Miller, incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune and, to a lesser extent, House GOP leaders.
Liz Truss gets her own movie
Grab the popcorn. “The Prime Minister vs. the Blob” is coming to no cinemas near you.
Hereโs whatโs new in the EU-Mercosur trade deal
POLITICO brings you the new elements of Europeโs trade deal with South America struck last week.
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Doer No. 6 โ United Kingdom
A stopgap budget meant to stave off US-style shutdown in France is ready
The outgoing government prepared the special legislation as Macron aims to find a new prime minister within days.
Swedenโs Social Democrats struggle in traditional blue-collar heartlands
Like other socialist parties in Europe, Sweden’s center left has lost ground to the far right. Itโs hoping to turn that around.
Keir Starmerโs reset, rated
POLITICO rates the prime minister’s six new “milestones” as he tries to drive change โ and turn the polls around.
Starmerโs promise to Brits: You will have more money in your pockets
Economic growth “must be felt by everyone, everywhere,” the prime minister said on Thursday.
Ireland wants a new government in time for Trump
As Irish election winners tussle for positions of power, Donald Trumpโs January 20 inauguration adds a sense of urgency in Dublin.
Michel Barnier dรฉclenche le 49.3 sur le budget de la Sรฉcuritรฉ sociale
Cette dรฉcision du Premier ministre ouvre dรฉsormais la voie ร une motion de censure de la part de ses oppositions.
Biden issues pardon for son Hunter
The president said Hunter was singled out because of politics.
Barnierโs French government hangs by a thread as Le Penโs ultimatum looms
Far-right leader holds prime minister’s future in her hands as eurozone’s second biggest economy hurtles toward political and financial uncertainty.
Who were the biggest dunces? Final grades for von der Leyenโs first Commission
Whoโs at the top of the class and who flunked? Here are POLITICO’s grades for each 2019-2024 European commissioner.
French PM abandons electricity tax rise amid pressure from far right
Michel Barnier makes concession over budget but may still face confidence voteThe French government has promised to scrap proposed tax increases on electricity as it scrambles to calm the far right and prevent a political crisis that could lead to the …
French PM Barnier: A โserious stormโ is on the horizon if the French government falls
“This is a very serious moment,” Barnier said in an interview with French broadcaster TF1.
Republican lawmakers channel Trump at COP29: Drill more fossil fuels
Their message about expanding U.S. gas production came at a global meeting thatโs focused on moving the world away from fossil fuels.
Britain asks: Is car insurance racist?
Experts say the system is hit by indirect discrimination โ but solving the problem risks hiking Middle England’s premiums.
PMQs: Keir Starmer wins by clobbering Tories on investment
Kemi Badenoch failed to land big blows, although she put the PM on the rack over the real-world impact of his national insurance hike.
ย Trumpโs trade team lay the groundwork for massive new tariffs
Preemptive efforts to counter expected criticism of tariffs signal an even greater shake-up on trade during Trumpโs second term.
Exxon chief has climate warning for US Republicans
The oil giant takes a stance before the Trump administration sets its sights on gutting Bidenโs climate agenda.
Want food security? Eat less meat, major report says.
Europe’s top farming university is calling for smaller livestock herds and a shift toward plant-based diets.
5 things to know about climate chief Wopke Hoekstraโs hearing
The Dutch politician defended green legislation but remained vague on future plans.ย
Future budget commissioner urges capitals to work on new EU-wide taxes by early 2025
Future budget commissioner urges capitals to work on new EU-wide taxes by early 2025
Speculation whirls as Trump begins vetting for top White House jobs
With Congress potentially under full Republican control, Trumpโs team is emboldened to push aspects of his America First agenda as soon as he reenters office.
Bank of England prepares to cut rates despite U.S. election turmoil
Analysts see a 25 basis point cut as the most likely result tomorrow, but political uncertainty clouds the outlook going forward.
Who might make up Trumpโs Cabinet
Donald Trump didnโt engage in formal conversations about a potential Cabinet in the run-up to his election. But that didnโt stop him from spitballing potential contenders during his frequent plane rides to campaign events, or when he is impressed by one of his allies on television. โHe would be great at this,โ or โShe would [โฆ]
Trumpโs in. Hereโs what it means for Europe.
From energy and trade to finance and defense, hereโs how Donald Trumpโs second presidency will impact EU policy.
A torrent of Election Day disinformation is coming. Hereโs how to avoid falling for it.
Americans are likely to encounter a torrent of rumor and conspiracy this Election Day. Here are some tricks to guard against it.
Britainโs art-loving elite fumes at money laundering crackdown
Experts fear tough rules for the art world โ meant to root out criminals โย will send business to New York and Hong Kong.
Business leaders are worried about JD Vance and the future of the GOP
Theyโve watched the party move away from them under Donald Trump. Theyโre worried his chosen successor could accelerate the shift.
Far from the race he once envisioned, Joe Biden closes out contest in Scranton
As Kamala Harris makes her final dash, the president sticks close to home.
Higher UK air taxes will not deter private jet customers, industry bosses say
Passenger duty will increase 50 per cent for the largest private jets in 2026
Love Trump? Hate MAGA? Where to escape if your team loses the US election.
We’ve pulled together a handy list of European safe spaces if you need to eject from America after Tuesday’s vote.
Labourโs tax-hiking UK budget wonโt boost growth, experts warn
Institute for Fiscal Studies boss bets Chancellor Rachel Reeves will have to come back for more tax rises.
‘Nightmare on Downing Street’: British papers react to Labour’s budget
PRESS REVIEW โ Tuesday, October 29: Labour unveil their first budget in 14 years, with taxes raised by ยฃ40 billion. Elsewhere, the race for the White House is hotting up and the Latino demographic could be key to securing victory for either candidate….
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Britain cranks up taxes by ยฃ40B and gambles on growth
Labour’s Rachel Reeves signaled that the new British government plans record tax rises on the wealthy and on business.
Badenoch wraps leadership run with plugs for Kamala Harris and Taylor Swift
Contender for head of the U.K. Conservative Party calls for more nuanced approach to relationship with Europe.
UK budget: 5 things you need to know as Labour hikes taxes
Big swings from the new chancellor will reshape the British state.
UK’s Labour government hikes taxes in first budget
British Treasury chief Rachel Reeves told lawmakers Wednesday that taxes will rise by ยฃ40 billion in order to plug a hole in the public finances and provide new funding for public services.
UK budget: 7 things to watch for as Labour hikes taxes
From splashing the cash to going for growth, here’s how Britain’s first female chancellor wants to run the economy.
Putinโs cash crunch
Itโs time for Europe and the US to tighten the financial screws on Russia and accelerate an end to the war.
EU imposes additional duties on Chinese EVs
The EU on Tuesday announced an increase of 35.5 percent in tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, on top of the 10 percent currently levied on car imports. The extra taxes, set to enter into force no later than Thursday, was the subject of much debate …
Trumpโs Puerto Rico fallout is โspreading like wildfireโ in Pennsylvania
Evidence of the backlash was immediate on Monday.
Fact check: Does Monaco pay zero taxes?
Fact check: Does Monaco pay zero taxes?
Keir Starmer plays fast and loose with public trust in UK budget
Wriggling on tax and public spending promises is a big risk for Britain’s new leader soon after coming to office.
Iโm an American voter overseas. For years, we were ignored โ but maybe this time weโll make the difference | Alexander Hurst
In the rush to defeat Trump, weโre suddenly on the frontline. Itโs a shame, then, that so few of us actually voteThe United States doesnโt show much love to its citizens who live abroad. For instance, it was impossible for me to declare my driving lice…
Putinโs Central European vanguard threatens to expand into Czechia
A growing Kremlin-friendly bloc in Central Europe would pose a major problem for the EU.
Barnier and Macron on collision course over fixing Franceโs finances
French president appears to fundamentally disagree with the course of budget discipline advocated by his country’s prime minister.
PMQs: Love wins as Angela Rayner and Oliver Dowden pal around
The outgoing deputy leader of the opposition pressed Rayner on the economy โ but it was his self-depreciating comments that got MPs on side.
En cas de guerre commerciale de Trump, lโUE a un plan : โriposter vite et fortโ
A Bruxelles, une task force prรฉpare un plan visant ร forcer Donald Trump ร sโasseoir rapidement ร la table des nรฉgociations.
Hunt warns Reeves against hiking business taxes
Shadow chancellor says he rejected Treasury advice to raise employersโ national insurance payments
Who could be in Trumpโs next Cabinet? Here are leading contenders.
Former President Donald Trump, who is in the throes of a tight campaign, has not engaged in formal conversations about a potential Cabinet. But that hasnโt stopped him from spitballing potential contenders during his frequent plane rides to campaign events, or when he is impressed by one of his allies on television. โHe would be [โฆ]
Budget : les 6 points chauds que le gouvernement devra dรฉminer
Le projet de loi de finances 2025, riche en sujets inflammables, est dรฉbattu toute la semaine ร lโAssemblรฉe nationale.
The future is bright for beer โ given the right policy framework
Beer plays an important role in Europeโs economy, but excise burdens, production costs and the post-Covid environment are putting pressure on the sectorโs ability to act as a motor for the whole economy.
The Greensโ dilemma
Winning elections isnโt just about having the right message, itโs about having a message that resonates with people’s daily concerns.
What if itโs President Harris but a Republican Senate?
A Republican Senate could block Cabinet and Supreme Court picks, as well as legislation.
The great switcheroo: How France overtook Italy as the EUโs No. 1 budgetary basket caseย
As Paris blows its long-earned fiscal credibility, Rome has started to look respectable in the eyes of the EU’s fiscal cops.
As world debt hits $100T, IMF warns deficit buildup must be brought under control
Debt expected to near 100 percent of global GDP by 2030.
Buzzing Milan aims to entice Londonโs bolting non-doms
Can the city sustain an influx of wealthy expats lured by its low taxes?
Portugalโs bold plan to win back youth
Low taxes are just one factor influencing where young people decide to set up
In Italy, budget cuts and targeted taxes to reduce abysmal public debt
Giorgia Meloni’s government, which is looking for โฌ25 billion in savings, must present its draft budget for 2025 by October 20.
Budget : la potion ร 13 milliards (minimum) que devront boire les entreprises
Les budgets de lโEtat et de la Sรฉcuritรฉ sociale actent une hausse marquรฉe des impรดts, ainsi quโune baisse de plusieurs aides, dont celles sur lโapprentissage.
100 days of Starmer: How Labourโs big win went off the rails
After just a few months in office, the new British government is finding life tough.
France pledges to spare middle class after unveiling draconian budget cuts
The budget, unveiled on Thursday, aims to bring the deficit down to 5 percent of gross domestic product next year.
The rise and fall of Macronomics
Macron was once seen a paragon of good economic management, but his opponents now accuse him of ruining France’s finances.
Leaked: Tense correspondence between EU commissioner hopefuls and Parliament
Still, the 23 nominees were cleared by the institution’s legal committee for hearings in early November.
France plans to tax big business and the rich, while slashing public spending
Budget to tackle French debt includes a windfall tax on profits of the largest firms.
Donald Trump vows to end โdouble taxationโ for Americans living abroad
The Republican candidate promised to end the contentious policy in a play for overseas voters.
The EUโs year of doing nothing
Aftermath of the European election and the looming German vote have stopped the bloc from getting much work done.
Budget will be key to Barnierโs survival
The French prime minister understands the scale of the emergency heโs been confronted with โ and that it will determine the fate of his minority government.
Budget : le chiffrage exact des 60 milliards arbitrรฉs par le gouvernement
POLITICO a obtenu la rรฉpartition des รฉconomies et des hausses d’impรดts pour 2025.
PMQs: Keir Starmer wins despite all the drama
The PM was probed on his economic promises โ and managed to largely escape unscathed.
France pledges 2025 budget will ‘fully’ comply with EU spending rules
France’s Finance Minister Antoine Armand vowed that the 2025 budget will fully align with the European Union’s new spending rules, as the country seeks to address its “colossal” debt through spending cuts and new taxes. Armand aims to bring the public…
EU hits China with big taxes in electric car sales battle
The vote risks sparking a trade war as the EU looks to protect its own car makers.
EU hits China with big taxes in electric car sales battle
The vote risks sparking a trade war as the EU looks to protect its own car makers.
Italy seeks to raise more windfall taxes from companies
Finance minister says โeveryone must contributeโ, not just banks
The pointless battle for the Tory crown
The ghost of Margaret Thatcher continued to haunt the Conservatives as an irrelevant beauty pageant played out in Birmingham.