EU capitals set to back tariffs on Chinese electric cars, trade chief says
Valdis Dombrovskis confident measure will enter into force in November
Valdis Dombrovskis
European Union prepares two-step trade plan to tackle Donald Trump
If the Republican candidate returns to the White House, Brussels will offer a quick deal then threaten retaliation against tariffs
EU trade chief warns China on European investment
Valdis Dombrovskis says businesses questioning the future for investment in China
EU reform of fiscal rules hits resistance among big capitals
Germany clashes with Paris and Rome on whether new approach offers member states too much discretion
EU unveils green investment plan to compete with US and China
Plan would boost national support for companies through investment aid and tax credits
Vestager suggests solution achievable in EU-US dispute over green subsidies
Europeans fear impact on manufacturing and jobs of measures in Biden’s inflation reduction laws
Hungary and Poland hold up EU decisions on oil and corporate tax
Delay risks slowing momentum for global OECD levy deal ahead of crucial midterm elections in the United States
EU warns energy companies would breach sanctions by paying in roubles
Companies operating on basis that rouble payment structure is sanctions-compliant
Ukrainian rail and fuel facilities bombed as Russia warns US over arms deliveries
‘Russia is failing’ in war aims, says US secretary of state after meeting in Kyiv
European Commission doubles growth forecast for Irish economy
Irish economy expected to grow by 14.6% as consumption and exports rebound
US and EU end Trump-era steel trade war
Deal lauded as reset in relations under Biden administration that will boost trade
EU plan to ease insurance rules and release €120bn into economy unveiled
Funds would help with post-Covid recovery without reducing policyholder protection
Phil Hogan appointed to business that lobbies European Commission
Digital finance firm Proof of Trust and its spin-off, the Astra Protocol, confirm hire
Mercosur deal could boost Irish exports by over €1bn – report
Independent study brought to Cabinet says reduction in beef output would be ‘marginal’
Irish economy forecast to grow 7.2% as vaccine rollout gains pace
Commission expects most rapid growth across member states since 1976
US piles pressure on EU to drop digital tax plan
Washington argues EU plan clashes with OECD and G7 deal
US and EU agree truce over Airbus-Boeing subsidy tariff row
Agreement is positive for Irish exports that got caught up in the fallout of aircraft dispute
Nato: Cracks in western unity apparent even as Biden says US ‘back’
Britain keeps fuelling Brexit tensions while France and Germany less tough on China
State likely to oppose EU plan for unified tax code
Fresh formula would significantly erode corporate tax base
EU agrees to avoid escalating tariffs row with US
Bourbon whiskey and Harley Davidson motorbikes spared form doubling of duties
EU remains committed to NI protocol despite ‘early difficulties’
Trade commissioner says bloc will adopt ‘calm but firm’ approach with UK
Biden is guest of honour at EU summit, signalling a transatlantic ‘reset’
Rare address to European Council reflects fresh start to ties, but vaccine tensions remain
UK and EU pledge co-operation on Covid-19 vaccine supply
‘We are all facing the same pandemic and the third wave makes co-operation ... even more important’
Discovery of AstraZeneca vaccine doses in Italy sparks EU ire
European Commission asks firm to explain origin and intended destination of stockpile
EU and US agree to suspend tariffs on billions of euro worth of trade
Boost for Kerrygold and Baileys as US tariffs lifted
Ireland only EU economy to grow in 2020
EU Commission expects Irish GDP to grow by 3.4% in 2021 and marginally faster in 2022
EU agrees export controls in row over Covid vaccine contract
Commission president says contract undermines AstraZeneca position on supplies from UK
EU-China investment deal may antagonise Biden administration
Agreement could dash Biden’s hopes of putting co-ordinated pressure on Beijing
McGuinness seeks to make it easier for banks to sell bad loans
EU proposals criticised by consumer group for being ‘against interests of borrowers’
EU hits US with tariffs on €3.4bn of imports
High hopes for reset in trade relations once Biden takes office and review of levies on Irish products including Kerrygold and Baileys
EU given green light to hit US with tariffs in Airbus-Boeing ruling
Brussels calls for final settlement to 16-year aircraft dispute
EU targets Big Tech with ‘hit list’ facing tougher rules
Brussels broadens search for extra powers to curb power of digital platforms
Mairead McGuinness approved as Irish commissioner in European Parliament
Fine Gael MEP nominated for role following Hogan resignation over Golfgate scandal
McGuinness faces Brexit and Covid grilling at parliamentary hearing
Commissioner designate’s suitability for financial services role to come under scrutiny
Miriam Lord: Restricted movement for Leo as Micheál finds his stride
We are learning that a pandemic, along with a week, is a long time in politics
Date set for hearing on McGuinness nomination to European Commission
Irish nominee faces vote in the European Parliament after scrutiny by MEPs
Mercosur accord contradicts EU Green Deal and fails to protect communities, study says
Trade deal will be a failure on sustainability grounds, international researchers find
The Irish Times view on the European Commission: a central role for McGuinness
The Irish nominee’s appointment is unlikely to be blocked by MEPs, although she must attend tough hearings to consider her experience for the job
European Commission vice-president calls for EU-wide digital tax
Valdis Dombrovskis says issue of digital services taxation must be properly addressed
Varadkar ‘intends’ to stay as FG leader as search for Hogan successor intensifies
Ursula von der Leyen asks the Government to suggest a man and a woman as candidates
EU warns City of London of longer wait for market access after Brexit
Changes to Brussels regulations expected to delay process of awarding equivalence
World View: Pandemic gives EU space to rethink economic model
Fiscal rules suspension shakes up ideas of post-Covid responsibility and growth
European Commission to press ahead with tax clampdown after Apple ruling
First use of treaty article to bypass taxation veto is among the proposals
Ireland’s economy set to shrink 8.5% due to pandemic
European Commission predicts economic damage from coronavirus to be worse than expected
Phil Hogan comes under pressure to declare intent on WTO role
Some EU member states would regret loss of a man seen as bulwark against protectionism
Recovery fund could be historic breakthrough for EU
Paris and Berlin move will bolster bloc weakened by division and rule of law issues
EU to propose trillion euro recovery fund
Commission tables mix of grants and loans as member states urged to forge consensus
Fitzgerald calls on EU to review ratings firms following many downgrades
Fine Gael MEP says the EU should not allow rating agencies to ‘unleash panic in the financial markets’
Bailouts will not mean austerity, euro zone countries told
European finance ministers give green light to plan for 10-year credit lines
EU plans €37bn investment initiative for coronavirus-hit sectors
Existing EU funds to be redirected to companies in greatest need
Germany drops opposition to fiscal boost in event of downturns
Change of tack deemed a breakthrough by French finance minister
EU unveils trillion euro plan to meet net-zero carbon emissions goal
To access fund, EU states must prepare plans for transition and furnish details of actions
Budget 2020 plans get green light from EU commission
State one of nine to be found fully compliant with its Stability and Growth Pact obligations
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