Von der Leyen spars with rivals on EU budget, Chinese trade war
With two weeks until EU elections, candidates diverged on the size of the bloc’s trillion-euro spending, European air defence, and whether to impose US-style punitive tariffs on Beijing.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has pledged billions in recovery aid to help most of central Europe, which has battled severe flooding for days.
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The process of desalination has been around for centuries, but has had only limited success in providing freshwater for humans. The EU is exploring ways to make it a viable solution to future water shortages.
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Austria could become the latest European Union member state to have a far-right party in power after the Freedom Party (FPÖ) secured victory in Sunday's general election.
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In October Moldovans will vote on making EU membership a constitutional goal. A 'yes' vote would put the pro-Western leadership on a collision course with the Russia-leaning breakaway region in the east.
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In a groundbreaking move, Beijing has successfully launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) into the Pacific Ocean for the first time since 1980. This "routine" test, which China claims is not directed at any specific country, marks a significant shift in its military capabilities and strategy. Analysts suggest the missile is likely a Dong Feng-41, capable of reaching up to 15,000 kilometers. The launch has raised concerns among neighboring nations, highlighting China's growing assertiveness on the global stage.
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On September 10, Russian President Vladimir Putin, alongside Chinese leadership, inaugurated the "Ocean-2024" naval exercise, marking the largest joint naval drill in three decades. The expansive operation spans the Pacific and Arctic Oceans, the Mediterranean, Caspian, and Baltic Seas, featuring over 400 warships, 120 aircraft, and more than 90,000 personnel from Russia and China. Putin emphasized the drill’s significance in testing combat readiness and modern weaponry integration, while also criticizing U.S. military actions for provoking an arms race and destabilizing global security. The exercise, which includes contributions from the People's Liberation Army Navy, has sent shockwaves through NATO and the U.S., underscoring the growing strategic partnership between Moscow and Beijing amid rising geopolitical tensions.
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In a significant display of military cooperation, Russia and China have launched joint naval exercises in the Sea of Japan, reinforcing their strategic partnership against U.S. dominance in global affairs. The drills, involving the Russian Pacific Fleet and the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy, are designed to coordinate defensive actions in protecting maritime communications and economic zones. The exercise highlights the growing military alliance between Moscow and Beijing, as both nations seek to counterbalance Western influence in the Indo-Pacific region. This latest collaboration signals a clear challenge to U.S. presence and dominance in global maritime security, showcasing the shifting dynamics of power in the region.
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The EU imposed provisional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles with the European Commission maintaining that Chinese firms unfairly benefit from government subsidies, allowing them to keep their prices artificially low.
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A tense and dramatic moment unfolded in the contested waters of the South China Sea as a Chinese vessel collided with a Philippine boat, escalating tensions between the two nations. The incident, captured on camera, reveals the high-stakes confrontations that continue to plague the region.
In the video, the Chinese ship can be seen ramming into the Philippine vessel near the disputed Sabina Shoal, an area increasingly marked by such maritime clashes. This latest confrontation is part of a broader struggle over territorial claims in the South China Sea, where Beijing's aggressive tactics have drawn international concern.
The footage has sparked outrage in Manila and heightened the already fraught relations between China and the Philippines. The event underscores the volatile nature of the South China Sea dispute and the ever-present risk of these encounters spiralling into a larger conflict.
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French President Emmanuel Macron clarified on Monday that the US and its allies have no intentions of seeking regime change in Russia. However, Paris remains committed to supporting Kiev in its ongoing..
Trade issues topped the agenda with EU Commission president Ursula von der Leyen warning "For trade to be fair, access to each other's markets also needs to be reciprocal."
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The European Union stands ready to flex its muscles to protect the bloc from China's aggressive trade practices, European Commission chief von der Leyen warned Monday following a three-way meeting with..
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