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Drone Incursions Over European Airports

COPENHAGEN/MUNICH  – In recent weeks, sightings of unidentified drones over European airports have caused major disruptions to air traffic. In Munich, for example, the airport was closed several times overnight for hours after drones were spotted over runways. On one … Continue reading Drone Incursions Over European Airports

Trump Pushes EU to Impose 100% Tariffs on China

WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump has urged the European Union to impose tariffs of up to 100% on imports from China and India—major buyers of Russian oil—in an effort to squeeze Moscow financially and force President Vladimir Putin to negotiate … Continue reading Trump Pushes EU to Impose 100% Tariffs on China

EU‑China Business Leaders Symposium in Beijing

BEIJING – At the 25th EU–China Business Leaders Symposium, top representatives of the European Union and China met in Beijing. Originally scheduled for two days, the meeting was condensed into a single day — widely interpreted as a sign of … Continue reading EU‑China Business Leaders Symposium in Beijing

Europe’s Battery Ambitions Falter as China Pulls Ahead

FRANKFURT/BRUSSELS/BEIJING — China’s lead in global battery manufacturing continues to grow, while Europe’s efforts to build a competitive battery cell industry are faltering. The recent financial collapse of Swedish startup Northvolt is more than an isolated failure—it’s a symptom of … Continue reading Europe’s Battery Ambitions Falter as China Pulls Ahead

EU’s New Smartphone Rules Take Effect

BRUSSELS – As of 20 June , the European Union’s new Ecodesign Regulation requires smartphone and tablet manufacturers to provide a minimum of five years of operating system and security updates from the end of product’s sale period, effectively extending support to six … Continue reading EU’s New Smartphone Rules Take Effect