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EU will likely adopt a more protectionist trade policy

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EU

The EU, concerned at the future of its own automotive industry, has threatened a ‘Buy European’ approach in response. Protection is rising as the WTO weakens and states target…

Hungarian economic stimulus measures will leave gaps

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HUNGARY

The series of tax-related measures that the Fidesz government hopes will boost competitiveness and support GDP by reducing labour shortages.

Denmark's new coalition makes early elections unlikely

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DENMARK

Political scandals and deep disagreement among the centre-right parties providing parliamentary support to Rasmussen's minority government have in recent months threatened to…

'No' victory threatens Italy's stability

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ITALY

The comfortable lead for the 'no' camp (59% to 41%), together with the high turnout (66%), constitutes a clear defeat for Renzi. The political and economic consequences are…

Russia sanctions relief could cost Trump with Congress

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RUSSIA/US

Outlook for US sanctions on Russia.

EU carbon emissions trading faces an uncertain future

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EU

The EU's carbon trading system.

US sanctions on Russia ratchet up with limited impact

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RUSSIA

The state of US sanctions against Russia.

Third COVID wave calls for caution from Erdogan

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TURKEY

Throughout April, new cases have exceeded 40,000 per day. The surge, which followed the easing of containment measures in March, was the third and largest spike in COVID-19 cases…

Poland's economic outlook will be uncertain under PiS

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POLAND

Amid an ongoing constitutional crisis, the Law and Justice (PiS) government, which was sworn into office on November 16, has been busy revising fiscal targets and agreeing draft…

EU Energy Plan faces two-year uphill battle

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EU

The proposals are the latest in a long line of attempts to establish a more integrated approach to energy policy within the EU and greater coordination of energy diplomacy with…