Europe

  • Jul 17
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Dutch government is unlikely to survive a full-term

The new government’s first few weeks in office have exposed tensions between its parties

Netherlands
  • Jul 17
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Battery production can sustain long-run overcapacity

Despite rapid demand growth, lithium-ion battery production capacity is far in excess of consumption

International
  • Jul 17
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World GDP and trade growth is weaker than past decades

The IMF sees modest global growth this year and next, with US activity slowing markedly next year

International
  • Jul 16
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Premier’s resignation spells uncertainty for Estonia

Prime Minister Kaja Kallas leaves behind an unpopular government as she eyes a role as EU’s foreign policy chief

Estonia
  • Jul 16
  • 2 min read

Greek tourism sector faces sustainability issues

As Greece heads for another record-setting tourist season, issues of long-term sustainability loom

Greece
  • Jul 16
  • 2 min read

NATO seeks to address at least some Trump concerns

The NATO summit held in Washington last week was considered a success by the alliance's leading members

United States
  • Jul 16
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Trade negotiations will be a top priority for India

The country is eyeing several new free trade agreements

India
  • Jul 15
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Polish ruling coalition will be split on abortion

The ruling coalition suffered a defeat in trying to reverse the previous right-wing government’s abortion ban

Poland