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Poland Urges Top EU Priority for Military Spending

Polish Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz, during a Warsaw summit with fellow EU defense ministers, urged increased military spending as top priority, citing geopolitical instability and the need to counter hybrid warfare. Poland plans to spend 4.7% of its GDP on defense this year.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Reforming European Procurement Law to Prioritize Sustainability

Professor Willem Janssen argues that the current European procurement law, designed for market integration, is an obstacle to sustainability, and proposes reforms mandating sustainable spending and potentially awarding contracts without competition to environmentally responsible businesses.

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Climate Action
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EU Irregular Border Crossings Drop 38 Percent in 2024

Irregular border crossings into the European Union dropped by 38 percent in 2024 to just over 239,000, the lowest since 2021, due to increased EU and partner cooperation against smuggling; however, crossings from Belarus and Russia increased by 192 percent.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Shifting European Support for Ukraine Amidst Domestic and Geopolitical Tensions

Following Trump's election, European support for Ukraine has waned, with some nations slowing weapon deliveries while others, like Germany, provide advanced weaponry. Slovakia's Prime Minister Fico openly opposes Ukraine, impacting gas transit. This division reflects domestic political concerns, dif...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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European Automakers Join Tesla Emission Pool Amidst Stricter EU Regulations

Facing stricter EU CO2 emission limits, several European automakers, including Stellantis, surprisingly joined Tesla's emission pool; Volvo Cars anticipates €300 million in compensation, while Volkswagen asserts its ability to meet targets independently, amidst ongoing discussions about potential pe...

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Climate Action
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EU Unemployment Rate Falls, But Youth and Refugee Unemployment Remain High

The EU unemployment rate fell to 5.9% in November 2024, but youth unemployment rose to 15.3%, and 265,000 Ukrainian refugees remained unemployed. Spain and France had the highest unemployment numbers.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Belgian Pension Cuts Spark Mass Protests

Tens of thousands of Belgians protested in Brussels against planned cuts to social benefits and pensions on October 27th, 2024, during a nationwide strike prompted by the incoming government's proposed budget cuts and rising retirement age.

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Reduced Inequality
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EU Aims for 5% Tobacco Use by 2040, Greece Faces Challenges

The European Union is implementing a new strategy to reduce tobacco use to under 5% by 2040; Greece, facing public skepticism and upcoming legislation, is participating, highlighting the importance of child protection from nicotine addiction.

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Good Health and Well-being
liberation.fr
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Record CAC 40 Investor Payouts Despite Market Dip

Despite a 2.15% decrease in the Paris Stock Exchange in 2024, CAC 40 companies redistributed a record €98.2 billion to investors—€72.8 billion in dividends (up 8.5% from 2023) and €25.5 billion in share buybacks—representing a 60% increase since 2019, driven by post-Covid recovery and capital reallo...

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EU Military Spending Surge Raises Questions on Defence Strategy

European Union military spending has surged to over €300 billion in 2023, driven by concerns about Russia and a potential US withdrawal, prompting a debate on effective resource allocation and future strategic planning.

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Ryanair Sues Passenger, Calls for EU Airport Alcohol Limits After Flight Diversion

Ryanair is suing a passenger for over $15,000 following an April 2024 flight diversion caused by disruptive behavior, prompting the airline to call for European Union action limiting airport alcohol sales due to a recent increase in unruly passenger incidents.

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European Dividends to Surge Amidst Market Uncertainty

AllianzGI projects a 4% increase in European company dividends in 2025 (€459 billion), rising to over 8% in 2026 (€496 billion), offering investors stability amidst market uncertainty; French dividends show particularly strong growth (+8% and +9%).

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Decent Work and Economic Growth

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