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France’s drive for ‘strategic autonomy’ must overcome suspicion of Paris within the EU
It may be a bumpy ride, although the latest evidence is encouraging
OECD, IMF and WTO forecast sharp rebound in flow of products this year after 2023 slump
Also in this newsletter: Europe’s differing visions on how to disentangle itself from China
Friedrich Merz tells FT that continental Europe left UK ‘empty-handed’ ahead of EU referendum
French president Macron hails breakthrough on some areas such as cognac during Xi state visit to Paris
Proposed latest sanctions aim to weaken Putin’s war effort in Ukraine and Moscow’s disinformation campaigns
Plan to drop punitive procedure follows pro-EU Donald Tusk’s victory over nationalist right
China’s charm offensive in Europe has threatening undertones and is likely to fail as a result
Russian armed forces will rehearse use of ‘tactical’ nuclear weapons in combat situations
Also in this newsletter: the cost of upgrading EU industry for the green transition
Now in Nato, Helsinki disperses military supplies beyond its borders and hones economy for resilience
Chinese president’s first trip to region since 2019 comes amid rising tensions
Strategic sector should not become a victim of anti-dumping investigations, argues EU commissioner
The president’s centrist alliance faces a drubbing in EU elections amid growing pressure on government finances
Despite some setbacks, expansion into ex-communist Europe was a historic success
Arnaud Lagardère’s exit comes as Bernard Arnault and Vincent Bolloré prepare their own successions
Trip to tropical island brings Rassemblement National to brink of break-up with Alternative for Germany
European Environment Agency chief says climate risks must not be allowed to fall down the political agenda
Also in this newsletter: why immigration is reopening old Brexit wounds in Ireland
Bloc set to pay €1bn to help Beirut accommodate Syrian refugees
Declining rate will put downward pressure on labour force and economic growth, experts warn
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects you
Also in this newsletter: former executive of a scandal-embroiled Polish oil group is running for a seat in EU parliament
A planned public vote on joining an EU body focused on IP protection has been scrapped
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