Europe

  • Aug 9
  • 2 min read

EU-Chinese trade tensions could escalate

Reports suggest that the EU could impose retroactive tariffs against Chinese electric vehicle makers

EU
  • Aug 9
  • 2 min read

AI 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

International
  • Aug 8
  • 7 min read

Policy 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

EU
  • Aug 8
  • 2 min read

Renewed EU-Mercosur talks will face obstacles

The EU and Mercosur have reportedly agreed to revive free trade agreement negotiations next month

EU
  • Aug 8
  • 2 min read

Economic development growth rates will be pressured

The World Bank’s annual development report explores ways countries can escape the so-called ‘middle-income trap’

International
  • Aug 8
  • 2 min read

Ofcom 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 Kingdom
  • Aug 7
  • 6 min read

US Fed will look beyond market chaos and volatility

The uncertain US election outcome and renewed ‘hard landing’ fears for the US economy are fuelling volatility in markets

International
  • Aug 7
  • 2 min read

Puigdemont arrest would increase Spanish instability

Carles Puigdemont is reportedly on his way to Spain today, where he is expected to face immediate arrest

Spain