Britain hopes to keep stars aligned with EU’s space projects
Dressed in a white protective suit, British astronaut Tim Peake listens attentively as technicians explain details of their new satellite -- a European project in Brexit Britain.
US decision looms on steel tariffs as waivers expire for EU
The eyes are on Washington Monday as Trump's steel tariffs exemptions for the European Union and other countries expire.
Spain’s navy wants big role in post-Brexit European defence
With naval power Britain at the EU's exit door, Spain has gone on the offensive to be the next major player defending European shores.
New US envoy Pompeo targets Germany over NATO spending
New US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo took aim at Germany over its defence spending, using his first NATO meeting to push President Donald Trump's call for allies to shoulder a bigger burden.
EU votes for near-total ban on bee-killing pesticides
EU countries have voted for a near-total ban on insecticides blamed for killing off bee populations, in what campaigners called a "beacon of hope" for the winged insects.
EU calls for more AI investment
The European Union is targeting 20 billion euros ($24.36 billion) of investment in artificial intelligence by 2020
Economic partnerships worldwide
CEFTA, APEC, NAFTA, SACU – economic communities exist all over the world. Our graphic provides an overview over the most important partnerships.
EU to urge regional powers to ensure progress on Syria peace talks
The European Union on Thursday called for a swift restart of the stalled United Nations peace talks for Syria, worried by Russia’s efforts to tighten the grip on power of its ally, President Bashar al-Assad.
EU-hosted donors conference on Syria kicks off with NGO dialogue
At last year's conference, participants pledged 6 billion dollars for 2017. The EU hopes to surpass that figure at this year's conference.
EU Commission opens antitrust probe on Italy state loan for Alitalia
As part of efforts to ensure the company's future, the Italian government is looking for buyers for Alitalia, and received three bids earlier this month.