EU Parliament President Metsola urged Germany to negotiate directly with the Trump administration over drug pricing disputes, warning that failure to reach agreement could result in tariffs violating existing trade deal terms and triggering legal consequences.
EU Parliament President Metsola reacts exclusively to von der Leyen's proposal making Canada an associate member, which Trump threatened with serious tariffs, as Canadian PM Carney addresses Parliament in Strasbourg today.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed Canada become the EU's first "associate member" in a Wednesday speech, though the undefined status requires broader institutional approval and has generated confusion about its actual meaning and implications.
European Commission President von der Leyen invited Canada to become the EU's first associate member, deepening economic and strategic cooperation amid US trade tensions and proposing an Alliance for the Future covering tech, defense, energy, and critical minerals.
European Parliament opens its tenth global office in Ottawa as Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney pursues a "unique alliance" with the EU, seeking deeper ties without full membership while facing domestic political opposition.
Greek Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierakakis conducts official European contacts in Belgium and France, meeting European Parliament President Roberta Metsola and delivering keynote speeches on EU budget strategy and international euro role at major economic forums.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola stated the EU adopted a restrained approach during U.S. trade tensions, emphasizing that measured diplomacy rather than emotional responses preserves the multitrillion-dollar transatlantic trading relationship's stability.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met Armenian counterpart Nikol Pashinyan ahead of a European summit, becoming the first non-European nation to attend these biannual gatherings since 2022, focusing on Ukraine defence and expanding continental trade investments.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney attended the European Political Community summit in Armenia, meeting with leaders including Ukraine's Zelensky to advance defense partnerships and trade cooperation across Europe amid ongoing security concerns.
Prime Minister Mark Carney visits Armenia for a European Political Community summit focused on Ukraine defence and trade, but experts argue Canada is abandoning its traditional democracy advocacy for strategic economic interests in Europe.
Oil futures traded mixed as Pakistani officials attempted diplomacy between Iran and the U.S. amid Middle East tensions, while SLB's data-center revenue surged 45% year-over-year to $141 million, offsetting regional business disruptions affecting the oilfield-services company.
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer seeks closer economic ties with the EU by negotiating deals on steel tariffs and electric vehicle rules, aiming to protect British industry from disadvantageous trade changes scheduled for July 2027.
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada's enhanced EU partnership will undergo Parliamentary debate and voting, positioning it as a distinct framework rather than full membership, with an October summit planned in Montreal.
EU Commission President von der Leyen offered Canada "associate membership" status, prompting Trump to threaten tariffs and halt European trade, while Canadian PM Carney pursues closer defence and trade cooperation with Europe amid escalating North American tensions.
European Commission President von der Leyen proposes making Canada the EU's first associate member state, marking a significant expansion of the bloc's partnerships beyond its traditional European boundaries.
EU Commission President von der Leyen proposed Canada become the bloc's first associate member, citing shared values on democracy and geopolitics, as Canada seeks stronger European ties amid deteriorating U.S. relations.
The European Union opened an office in Ottawa to strengthen parliamentary exchanges between Canada and the bloc's 720 elected representatives, facilitating discussions on Arctic security and transatlantic trade amid Canada's pursuit of a unique alliance with Europe.
EU lawmakers and member states agreed on modernized passenger rights requiring airlines to display ticket prices transparently, allow families free adjacent seating, and maintain compensation for flights delayed three-plus hours, strengthening protections for millions of European travelers.
The EU launched a 6-billion-euro financial facility at a summit in Montenegro to accelerate Western Balkans integration, with Montenegro targeting 2028 EU membership and France and Germany proposing phased market access for candidate countries implementing required reforms.
Prime Minister Carney visits Armenia for a European Political Community summit focused on Ukraine defence and trade, marking a shift from Canada's previous democracy advocacy in the region, according to experts.
Prime Minister Mark Carney travels to Armenia for the European Political Community summit to boost trade and defence cooperation with Europe while supporting Ukraine's defence, marking Canada's first attendance at these strategic meetings held twice yearly since Russia's 2022 invasion.
Prime Minister Carney visits Armenia for a European summit focused on Ukraine defence and trade, marking a shift from Canada's previous advocacy for democracy and regional peace, according to international experts.
EU leaders convened in Cyprus to strengthen European defence by invoking Article 42.7, a NATO-style mutual assistance clause, amid Trump's threats to withdraw from NATO and concurrent approval of a €90 billion Ukraine loan and new Russia sanctions.
Peter Magya's election victory in Hungary prompted international reactions, with Ukraine welcoming potential policy shifts and EU leaders expressing support for democratic continuity amid regional geopolitical tensions.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney proposes a new EU alliance to strengthen sovereignty in data, defense, and energy amid U.S. tensions, becoming the bloc's first associate member to reduce reliance on American systems.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola proposed that Australia and New Zealand could pursue associate EU membership status, following Canada's model, to strengthen cooperation among like-minded democratic nations amid global uncertainty.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Karni discussed deepening Canada-EU cooperation with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, focusing on critical minerals, energy, defense, research, and advanced technologies to strengthen strategic autonomy.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced major security and trade proposals to strengthen EU independence amid Russia's Ukraine war, geopolitical fragmentation, and rising global threats, positioning Europe toward self-reliance.
NATO members pledged over $1.2 trillion in additional defense spending, primarily driven by Trump's pressure to increase contributions, as the alliance confronts unprecedented internal tensions over spending commitments and geographic mission expansion beyond traditional boundaries.
EU ambassadors approved launching membership negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova on Monday, beginning with chapters on democracy, justice, and rule of law, reinforcing both nations' European commitment amid Russian aggression.
Britain's former EU Commissioner states Brussels would require the country to abandon its decades-old budget rebate and pay billions annually to rejoin the bloc, as EU officials signal openness but warn against expecting special treatment or exemptions.
Yerevan hosted the 8th European Political Community summit on May 4-5, attracting nearly 50 delegations and 500 representatives to discuss democratic resilience, regional stability, and European security amid Armenia-Azerbaijan peace efforts.
Prime Minister Carney visits Armenia for a European Political Community summit focused on Ukraine defence and trade opportunities, representing a shift from Canada's traditional democracy advocacy in the region, according to analysts.
Prime Minister Mark Carney visits Armenia, shifting Ottawa's foreign policy focus.
Mexico's Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco Álvarez met with EU officials in Brussels to advance bilateral cooperation and modernize their trade agreement, which aims to strengthen strategic partnership and unlock new economic opportunities in digital commerce and critical materials.