Tag: EU

Implications of Brexit with Malta and Cyprus offering an EU Single Market solution for UK- based businesses

Europe Roshan Abayasekara -
It has been 3 months involving 3 rounds since Brexit negotiations formally began on 19 June ’25. The two...

Cyprus wins EU support over future of British bases

Europe Roshan Abayasekara -
EU leaders have pledged to support Cyprus as it seeks an open and frank discussion on the future of...

EU Cracks Down on Illegal European Eel Trade to Protect Endangered Species

Environment Sharya Christiana -
Despite a 2009 ban, the illegal export of European eel persists outside its territory. Smuggled to aquaculture facilities in...

Trump Threatens Harsher Tariffs Amid Confusion in the UK and the EU

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Markets slid after the EU halted ratification of a U.S. trade deal, as businesses prepared for a new 15%...

US Supreme Court Ruling Triggers New 15% Tariff: What It Means for the UK, EU and Global Trade Deals

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara -
The U.S. will not bow out of tariff deals it had already sealed with countries around the world. This...

London Hosts Key UK–EU Summit Follow-Up: What It Means for Trade and Cooperation

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara -
On Monday, 2 February 2026, the United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU) held meetings of the Withdrawal...
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EU Rethinks Climate Diplomacy After Challenging COP30 Negotiations

Global Sharya Christiana -
The European Union is once again evaluating its approach regarding international climate diplomacy after a very challenging experience at...

A New Chapter in India–EU Relations: President Hosts European Council and Commission Chiefs

Asia Sridee Senarathna -
On the 27th of January 2026, President Droupadi Murmu hosted a historic reception and banquet at Rashtrapati Bhavan for...

Cyprus and Malta Warn EU Russia Sanctions Could Hit Legitimate Maritime Trade

Europe Roshan Abayasekara -
Discussions are in progress on further tightening sanctions against Russia. This includes the possibility of implementing a blanket ban...

The EU & G7 weigh a ban on maritime services for Russian oil exports

Maritime and Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
The Group of 7 countries and the European Union are currently in talks to replace a price cap on...

Could Malta Secure Hundreds of Millions in EU Funds If It Acts Now on Mass Transport?

Europe Roshan Abayasekara -
PN MEP Peter Agius said that there were positive initial efforts on the part of the government for the...

What Triggered the High-Profile Detentions in the EU Diplomatic Academy Scandal?

Global Ishini Dabare -
Belgian authorities have detained former EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini, along with senior European Commission official Stefano Sannino,...

How Do the UK, US, and EU’s Latest Measures Tighten Pressure on Russia’s Energy Networks?

Maritime and Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
On 15 October 2025, the UK introduced new designations targeting the Russian energy sector. Among the designated organisations are...

Kenya-EU Trade conflict: EPA suspension Puts Exports and Jobs in Jeopardy

Africa Sharya Christiana -
Signed on December 18, 2023, the Kenya-EU EPA was an agreement made between the European Union (EU) and Kenya...

Is the EU’s Digital Services Act Silencing Free Speech? Washington and Civil Groups Sound the Alarm

Lead_Story Ishini Dabare -
European regulators are facing major scrutiny as conversation intensifies over the Digital Services Act (DSA) and its impact on...

Pirates Flee as European Naval Taskforce Secures Iranian-Flagged Dhow and HELLAS APHRODITE Crew

Maritime and Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
An Iranian-flagged dhow, likely to have been used as a support mother vessel by Somali pirates, was captured by...