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Poland has banned the use of Chinese-made cars on military zones due to concerns over potential data collection by these vehicles.

New car sales in the EU fell by 3.9% in January year-over-year, while electric vehicles made up 19.3% of the market share.

The EU has postponed plans to introduce a 'Made in Europe' production label due to significant opposition from member states and high-ranking officials.

The European Union has postponed the proposal for 'Made in Europe' plans due to opposition from several member states and high-ranking officials.

Marco Stella, CEO of DTS Spa, argues that the EU's proposal to include gasoline engines in car subsidies undermines European manufacturing, stressing the need for components to be made in Europe amid global competition.

The European Commission has insisted that the United States adhere to a trade agreement made in 2025, amidst rising tensions over tariffs.

The European Commission has called on Hungary to approve a €90 billion loan for Ukraine, affirming that all EU member states should honor the agreements made in December 2025.

UK Minister Nick Thomas-Symonds warns that the EU’s ‘Made in Europe’ strategy could disrupt supply chains and raise costs for businesses dealing with the EU.

A high-ranking EU official dismissed the idea that Europe is facing 'civilization erasure' in response to comments made by the Trump administration.

Finland's ministries are exploring whether they can retroactively address property purchases made by citizens from outside the EU and EEA, particularly those from Russia, in response to national security concerns.

Lithuania has decided to accept half of the migrants allocated to it under a new EU mechanism, while neighboring countries like Poland, Latvia, and Estonia have opted out.

The EU Commission is seeking a middle ground in the ongoing debate over 'Made in EU' regulations amid tensions between German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron.

A Chinese-made car has become the first model to gain duty-free status under a new EU policy aimed at easing trade tensions.

Emmanuel Macron warns that Europe must invest in its economy and remove growth barriers to avoid being sidelined by US technology and Chinese imports.

The Czech Republic has made progress in its corruption perception ranking but remains below the EU average.

The head of the European Commission supports an initiative to prioritize European companies in strategic sectors ahead of an EU leaders' meeting on enhancing the bloc's competitiveness.

The article discusses Germany's proposal for a 'Made in Europe' approach to enhance competitiveness against US and Chinese protectionism, although it lacks substantiated public opinion support.

The EU struggles to define its 'Buy European' initiative as a response to Trump's policies and China's trade practices, emphasizing the need for European competitiveness.

The European Commission's 'Made in Europe' policy proposal aims to boost local production and reduce EU dependence on Chinese suppliers, but faces significant resistance from parts of the automotive industry, despite support from over a thousand directors and industry associations.

The EU Commission has found TikTok's app design potentially hazardous and in violation of European law, warning the company of significant penalties if changes are not made.

An expert from the Geopolitical Studies Center believes that the EU's involvement in talks between Ukraine, the USA, and Russia would complicate progress, regardless of positive claims made by Ukrainian representatives about recent discussions.

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, will convene the 27 heads of state and government of the European Union on February 12 with the aim of boosting the EU's competitiveness and strengthening the single market amidst increasing global competition.

The European Union is pushing for a preference for domestic products, but the government is skeptical and economists warn of potential backlash.

The European Commission is advocating for a 'Made in Europe' label to promote local investments over imports, particularly emphasizing public procurement within Europe rather than relying on the US for high-tech goods, liquefied gas, and weapons.

The European Commission is set to propose measures to ensure that more ships and other goods and services for the EU's maritime sector are produced within the EU.

EU Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné advocates for linking public funding to 'Made in Europe' to promote European production and quality jobs.

The EU's Industry Chief, Stephane Sejourne, emphasizes the need for Europe to protect its industries with a 'Made in Europe' strategy, as stated in a recently published article co-signed by over 1100 business leaders.

Amazon Web Services has officially announced the launch of a sovereign cloud solution for the European Union to enhance data security and sovereignty, with infrastructure located entirely within the EU.

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, made a humorous comment suggesting it's a good time to start drinking, reflecting on the current state of the world, during a meeting with political group leaders in the European Parliament.

Architects Hrvoje Njirić and Iskra Filipović's Double Villa Bukovac in Zagreb, along with the Gruž Market by Dinko Peračić and Miranda Veljačić in Dubrovnik, have made it to the shortlist for the 2026 European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture/Mies van der Rohe Awards.

Bulgaria has adopted the euro for transactions, a move that is positively received by many local businesses.