EU can cut red tape without bowing to Trump, says Denmark

Brussels should stand firm against Washington while seizing the moment to advance its own rule-cutting reforms, Danish foreign minister tells POLITICO.

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Zelenskyy and Trump discuss ‘concrete agreements’ on Ukraine air defense

The discussion comes amid a broader pivot by Washington as its efforts to end Russia’s all-out war in Ukraine sputter.

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UK-EU reset leaves sour taste for South African citrus exporters

Importers of citrus fruit seek exemption from EU rules that would apply under Brexit deal.

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EU to double steel tariffs amid influx of Chinese imports.

The EU on Tuesday announced it was planning to double tariffs on foreign steel and halve the volume allowed into the bloc before duties are imposed.

The unveiling of the proposals by industry commissioner Stephane Sejourne comes as Europe's steel sector struggles to contend with competition from China, which dwarves the bloc's production.

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EU to double steel tariffs amid influx of Chinese imports.

The EU on Tuesday announced it was planning to double tariffs on foreign steel and halve the volume allowed into the bloc before duties are imposed. The unveiling of the …

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Britain prepares NHS drug spending hike to stave off Trump tariffs

Officials briefed the Trump administration on fresh proposals for pharma pricing earlier this week.

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EU to set 50 percent steel tariff as opening bid to Trump

The proposal is meant as a “stepping stone” for a better deal with the United States, which also charges 50 percent on all steel.

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The US booze industry is on a slippery slope downward ... led by import bans by the majority of Canadian Provinces ...

1) US Liquor exports to Canada declined by 85 percent in the second quarter of 2025
2) Exports to the United Kingdom declined by 29 percent
3) Exports to Japan dropped 23 percent
4) Exports to the European Union decreased by 12 percent

Last but not least, domestic demand in the USA is also slowing. https://thehill.com/business/5541921-us-liquor-exports-to-canada-drop-85-percent/ #USA #Booze #Liquor #Canada #Tariffs #Exports #Imports #DISCUS