U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated threats to annex Greenland, Canada, and the Panama Canal, sparking strong responses from the affected nations. Javier Martinez-Acha, Panama’s Foreign Minister, declared that the sovereignty of Panama over the canal is non-negotiable. The Panama…
The U.S. Department of Defense has classified the Chinese companies Tencent and CATL as military-related entities, limiting their potential business dealings with the Pentagon. Both companies have denied any military connections and criticized the designation as a mistake. The move…
Bulgaria and Romania will officially join the Schengen Zone on January 1, 2025, enabling free travel across 29 countries, including Greece. This decision will significantly impact trade and tourism between Greece and its northern neighbors. Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, being…
Switzerland and the EU are making a new attempt to negotiate bilateral agreements after a previous framework agreement was rejected. Supporters, particularly from the economy and export-oriented sectors like pharmaceuticals and tech, advocate for improved access to the European market,…
China has accused the United States of compounding its mistakes following the announcement of new tariffs on key Chinese products, particularly components essential for solar panels. The tariffs, announced by U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai, will double on solar wafers…
Rachel Reeves, the UK’s Chancellor of the Exchequer, is set to attend the Eurogroup meeting for the first time since the UK left the EU. The British government is emphasizing this as a commitment to re-establish relations with the EU….
Economiesuisse forecasts a GDP growth of 1.4 percent for Switzerland in 2025, confirming its 2023 outlook of 1.1 percent growth for the current year. The organization warns of weak demand and potential trade disputes affecting economic performance. Inflation is expected…
The article discusses recent tensions between the United States and China, highlighting diplomatic maneuvers and trade negotiations. Key issues include cybersecurity threats, trade tariffs, and military presence in the South China Sea. Both countries have expressed the need for constructive…
Gela Japaridze, the new Consul General of Georgia in Thessaloniki, met with Konstantinos P. Gioulekas, Deputy Minister of Interior for Macedonia-Thrace, to discuss enhanced collaboration between Greece and Georgia. The meeting emphasized the existing strong bilateral relations and aimed at…
China’s new mega port in Chancay, Peru, aims to enhance trade and connectivity while raising concerns over political dependency. Managed by Cosco Shipping Ports, the facility is designed to accommodate large container ships and reduce shipping times to China significantly….
A new analysis from the University of Sussex warns that the UK could suffer a £22 billion decline in exports if President-elect Donald Trump implements a 20% tariff on all imports, including a 60% tariff on Chinese goods. Economists predict…
A recent analysis by the University of Sussex’s CITP suggests that if President-elect Donald Trump enforces a 20% tariff on all imports, UK exports could suffer a £22bn decline, translating to a 0.8% reduction in economic output. Key sectors, including…
