Europe
Bulgarian parties will campaign in parliament
As snap election date is set, parties take to parliament to pass laws
BulgariaEU-Chinese trade tensions could escalate
Reports suggest that the EU could impose retroactive tariffs against Chinese electric vehicle makers
EUAI will raise inequalities without sizable policy acts
The ILO and UN highlight that AI is widening economic and social inequalities and suggest ways nations can mitigate this
InternationalPolicy priorities will shift in next EU Commission
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is under huge pressure to adopt a more right-wing agenda
EURenewed EU-Mercosur talks will face obstacles
The EU and Mercosur have reportedly agreed to revive free trade agreement negotiations next month
EUEconomic development growth rates will be pressured
The World Bank’s annual development report explores ways countries can escape the so-called ‘middle-income trap’
InternationalOfcom letter will renew focus on UK Online Safety Act
Ofcom has issued an open letter to online platforms, raising concerns about their role in inciting violence
United KingdomPuigdemont arrest would increase Spanish instability
Carles Puigdemont is reportedly on his way to Spain today, where he is expected to face immediate arrest
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