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Switzerland: Von der Leyen says that the EU is willing to negotiate with the US based on its principles
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, stated this Tuesday that the "top priority" of the European Union is to quickly establish relations with the new administration of the United States to seek common interests and negotiate,
EU's Von der Leyen warns against 'global race to bottom' on tariffs in Davos
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned on Tuesday of the risk of a 'global race to the bottom' using economic tools such as sanctions, export controls and tariffs. Speaking at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting a day after the inauguration of U.
Europe extends hand to US, warns of 'race to bottom'
The head of a major humanitarian organisation said U.S. President Donald Trump's order to halt foreign aid for 90 days would have immediate and disastrous consequences in Afghanistan where relief operations are already stretched thin.
Ursula von der Leyen reaffirms EU's commitment to Paris climate agreement
Speaking at the Davos Summit, Ursula von der Leyen emphasided the EU's dedication to the Paris climate agreement and urged international cooperation, despite Trump’s decision to withdraw. View on euro
Von der Leyen's 'divided' remarks at Davos reflect EU's dilemma in its policy toward China: expert
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at the World Economic Forum (WEF). Photo: VCG. In a speech delivered on Tuesday at the World Economic Forum (WEF), European Comm
EU must be 'pragmatic' towards Trump's US - von der Leyen
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen has called for the bloc to "deepen" ties with China and boost relations with India, while taking a "pragmatic" approach with Donald Trump's new US administration.
Von der Leyen announces visit to India
Von der Leyen’s announcement followed on the heels of a positive visit to Belgium by Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, during which he met European Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič. The next round of talks on a free-trade agreement has been set for March 10-14 in Brussels.
EU Must 'Engage Constructively' With China: Von Der Leyen
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Tuesday the bloc should "engage constructively" with China, despite rising trade tensions between Beijing and Brussels.
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Commission stonewalls criticism after hiding von der Leyen’s week-long hospitalization
The Commission informed journalists on Jan. 3 that von der Leyen was suffering from “severe” pneumonia, but did not disclose ...
Switzerland's Health Minister Criticises US Exit From WHO
Switzerland has expressed“deep” regret over US President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw from the World <a target=_blank ...
As Trump takes office, the European Union says it's ready to do business with the world
The European Union is keen to partner with countries around the world and is “open for business,” European Commission chief ...
Trump presidency looms large over WEF gathering of global business leaders, heads of state
Trump's second presidency dominated proceedings at the World Economic Forum amid ominous warnings over the looming threat of ...
European Commission President says first visit of new term will be to India
Von der Leyen is set to visit New Delhi at a time when the European Union has stepped up efforts to finalise a long-delayed ...
Davos updates: Zelenskyy questions US NATO commitment
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy asked whether the US saw NATO as being necessary as he addressed the World Economic Forum in ...
Commission wants pan-EU rules for innovative firms to leverage EU single market
The European Commission wants to dissuade innovative start-up firms from moving to the U.S. to grow by creating rules that ...
European leaders vow to stick to Paris climate agreement despite U.S. withdrawal
DAVOS, Switzerland — As expected, day two of the World Economic Forum at Davos, Switzerland, witnessed strong responses to ...