European Market Insights Magazine The Foreign Affairs Council held in Luxembourg was marked by urgent discussions about the dire situation in Ukraine. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and Defence Minister Rustem Umerov conveyed alarming reports of heightened Russian bombardment, including the firing of 7000 guided bombs in just four months. The EU High Representative for…

European Market Insights Magazine New analysis has brought the case against Ilan Shor under scrutiny, with two former senior U.S. law enforcement officials casting doubt on the evidence presented. In 2016, the Moldovan Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office charged Shor with fraud and money laundering in connection with the collapse of the Moldovan banks. Justin Weddle, with…

European Market Insights Magazine EU foreign and defence ministers are gearing up for discussions regarding additional support for Ukraine, subsequent to the American House of Representatives’ long-awaited approval of a substantial aid package for Kyiv. As the bureaucratic hold-ups affecting funds pledged by several EU states to a NATO-administered fund become apparent, the debate gains…

European Market Insights Magazine Ahead of the EU elections this June, the Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies (CER) has launched its ambitious manifesto titled “On Track For Europe”. This strategic initiative, presented at a high-level event in the European Parliament by MEP Dominique Riquet, sets out a compelling vision for the future of…

European Market Insights Magazine The fallout from Brexit continues to shape the UK’s approach to international relationships, particularly concerning the movement of young individuals across European borders. The recent rejection of an EU proposal for a youth mobility scheme reflects the broader debate around freedom of movement and the UK’s strategic considerations post-Brexit. This decision…

European Market Insights Magazine The latest developments in the ongoing saga of the new EU border scheme have raised concerns for British citizens traveling across the Channel. Despite initial plans for an app to mitigate delays, Eurostar CEO Gwendoline Cazenave has announced that the app will not be ready in time. As a result, non-EU…

European Market Insights Magazine Recent findings from a comprehensive survey have shed light on the prevailing sentiments and beliefs among European citizens towards tobacco policy, revealing a significant gap between public opinion and policy direction. As revealed by the survey carried out by independent public opinion research firm Povaddo for Philip Morris International (PMI), a…

European Market Insights Magazine EU High Representative Josep Borrell’s recent comments at the G7 foreign ministers’ meeting in Italy shed light on the increasing tensions in the Middle East. Borrell emphasized the critical need to prevent further escalation, particularly in the wake of Israel’s reported missile strike on Iran. Acknowledging the gravity of the situation,…

European Market Insights Magazine Ten years ago, Chinese President Xi Jinping and King Philippe of Belgium elevated the China-Belgium relationship to an all-round partnership of friendly cooperation. Since then, under the strategic guidance of both countries’ leaders, this relationship has yielded fruitful outcomes. Wu Gang, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the Embassy of China in Belgium,…

European Market Insights Magazine The European Commission recently presented a proposal to the European Council, aiming to facilitate youth mobility post-Brexit. The proposal carefully avoids the term ‘freedom of movement’, opting for a more diplomatic approach. The motivation behind this initiative is to address the challenges faced by young individuals in accessing opportunities for cultural,…