The European Union and China have agreed to embark on a three-month negotiation process to address a substantial €360 billion trade imbalance and avert a potential trade conflict. This decision comes amid growing tensions due to increasing Chinese exports into European markets. Notably, this marks the first joint statement between the EU and China in seven years, with a focus on achieving a more...
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has expressed optimism about the United Kingdom's trajectory in defence spending, foreseeing a continued commitment to the alliance’s military objectives. While acknowledging that the UK may not immediately achieve the target of allocating 3.5% of its GDP to defence by 2035, Rutte remains confident that subsequent leadership will persist in this direction.
Rutte underscored the dual benefits of heightened defence...