Trump’s new man in Berlin appears like the destroyer of the West – German Politics explained
Douglas Macgregor not only has something against Muslims, Trump’s new man in Berlin also believes that the Third Reich played a crucial role in the[…]
Cyprus blocks trade deal over Halloumi cheese – EU explained
The parliament in Cyprus has not ratified the Ceta agreement between the EU and Canada. The Cypriot Halloumi cheese is not adequately protected. The new[…]
Italy increases soldiers on the border with Slovenia – European Politics explained
In view of increasing migration flows from Slovenia to Italy, the Italian government has announced that it will send an additional contingent of soldiers to[…]
MEPs warn British Prime Minister Johnson of economic crash – Brexit explained
Leading MEPs have appealed to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to stop blocking negotiations on a trade agreement with the EU. An agreement on a[…]
Amendments proposed to VAT Directive for trade in goods with Northern Ireland – Brexit explained
On July 31, 2020, the EU Commission presented a proposal for a directive to amend the VAT Directive with regard to the identification of taxpayers[…]
Portugal misses recycling target – Waste policy has failed – European Politics explained
There is not enough recycling, but there are villages where dumps pollute the air. Citizens‘ initiatives are fighting against imports of waste into Portugal. Portugal[…]
Johnson is even less popular than Thatcher – Brexit explained
Brexit, Corona and Johnson’s unpopularity alienate the Scots from England. The future of Great Britain has never been as uncertain as it is now, experts[…]
McAllister calls on Johnson to compromise with the EU – Brexit explained
Negotiations on EU-UK relations after Brexit are stuck. The EU insists on the UK giving in. The European Parliament’s Brexit Representative David McAllister has called[…]
Gas dispute in the Mediterranean: the escalation takes a break – European Politics explained
Turkey is giving in and announces that it will initially forego research trips in Greek waters. However, this does not solve the complicated conflict. There[…]
Brexit drama: The British should not hope for Merkel – Brexit explained
In London, it is hoped that the Chancellor will prevent a hard break with the European Union. That could prove to be a fatal misjudgment.[…]