EU RELATIONS

Jun 03 2026POLITICS

Swiss Vote on Population Cap Faces Likely Rejection

"People in Switzerland are about to decide if the country should limit its residents to ten million by 2050. The plan also wants Switzerland to stop the free movement agreement with the European Union. A recent poll shows that about 52% of voters oppose the proposal, while 45% support it. The rest a

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May 19 2026POLITICS

Hungary’s New Path: Prime Minister Visits Poland to Re‑Connect with Europe

Hungary’s top leader starts a two‑day trip to Poland, the first time he has gone abroad since becoming prime minister. The visit is a clear signal that Hungary wants to change its direction and join Europe again. He will meet Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, who has helped Poland repair ties w

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May 08 2026POLITICS

Swiss Vote: Population Cap Sparks Hot Debate

A recent poll shows Swiss citizens are split 47‑to‑47 on a plan to limit the country’s population to 10 million by 2050. The proposal, backed by the right‑wing Swiss People’s Party, also calls for ending Switzerland’s free movement agreement with the European Union. The government opposes it, warnin

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Britain and EU join forces to back Ukraine with billions

The UK is preparing to join a massive EU loan package for Ukraine, signaling stronger European defense collaboration. This move follows pressure from the US to reduce NATO’s reliance on American support. British businesses might benefit from contracts tied to the loan, especially in defense, as Ukra

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Georgia’s College Shake‑Up: A New Path or a Backward Step?

Georgia has rolled out a sweeping plan that will change where students study and which subjects are taught. The government says the move aims to match job needs and spread universities across the country, but critics say it is a step away from Europe and toward Russia. The new rule, called “one f

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Apr 14 2026POLITICS

Hungary’s New Leader Pushes for Big Changes After Big Win

Hungary just flipped the script after 16 years of one-party rule. The Tisza party, a center-right group barely on the radar a year ago, stormed into power with a clear message: enough of the old ways. Their leader, Peter Magyar, isn’t wasting time. He’s already talking about rewriting the constituti

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Czech Leader Stands by Hungary’s Orbán Ahead of Key Vote

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš threw his support behind Hungary’s Viktor Orbán just before Sunday’s election, calling him the right leader to handle Hungary’s challenges. Polls suggest Orbán, a long-time nationalist who often clashes with the EU and keeps close ties with Russia, might lose power

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Apr 01 2026POLITICS

EU Fines Spark Tension With U. S. Tech Firms

The United States and the European Union have a long‑standing partnership, but one problem keeps popping up: fines. A senior U. S. State Department official said that penalties from the EU are the biggest hurdle in economic talks between the two sides. The focus is on a new rule called the Digital M

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Hungary’s Election: War, Peace and a Tug‑of‑War Over the Future

Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who has ruled Hungary for 16 years, is turning the upcoming April election into a showdown about war versus peace. He warns that if his opponents win, Hungary could be pulled into the conflict in neighboring Ukraine. Orban says his party, Fidesz, is the safe choice for p

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Jan 26 2026BUSINESS

India and EU Join Hands for a Big Trade Deal

India and the EU have just finished talking about a huge trade deal. This deal is a big step for both sides. It will make it easier to buy and sell things between India and the EU. Together, they make up a big part of the world's economy. This deal is expected to boost trade and investment. The dea

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