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Canada, the EU's First 'Associate Member'? Brussels Says Yes — Ottawa Says Not So Fast

Von der Leyen invited Canada to become the EU's first 'associate member.' Carney calls it a 'unique alliance,' not membership.

Latin Times

The 28th state? Carney's Canada draws closer to European Union

With a US president who talks of making Canada the 51st state, its leader in Europe where it’s not quite the EU's 28th state on offer, but something the president of the European Commission is calling ‘associate membership’. We’ll ask what that means, how it differs from the close status…

France 24

Historic first or symbolic gesture? What Canada’s associate membership with the European Union could look like

IN FOCUS: Canada is looking for closer ties with the European Union amid a deepening trade war with the United States and clashes with Donald Trump. James C. Reynolds looks at what we know so far

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UK urged to follow Canada’s example as it looks set to become ‘associate member’ of EU

Canada’s PM Mark Carney is pivoting to Europe amid his country’s trade war with Donald Trump

The Independent UK

EU opens door for Canada amid trade war with Trump, proposes first-ever associate membership

In a major bid to deepen ties with Ottawa amid growing trade tensions with Washington, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday invited Canada to become the European Union’s first associate member.

The Times of India

'Lack of focus': Charles Michel slams von der Leyen for 'very slow' progress

Speaking ahead of European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen's speech before parliament, ex-Council President Charles Michel told Euronews that she has failed to rise to the occasion of the EU's challenges.

Euronews

EU chief calls for European Security Council and closer Canada ties

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday called for a new European Security Council and closer ties with Canada – setting out plans to strengthen the EU's security, back Ukraine through the winter and reduce its reliance on other countries for trade, technology and critical materials.

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Canada invited to become first 'associate member' of the EU

The status announced by von der Leyen during the State of the Union is an entirely new one, with details yet to be made clear. The European Commission’s President also proposed a new alliance with Ottawa covering tech, critical raw materials, energy and defence.

Euronews

In a historic first, Canada invited to become EU bloc’s associate member

Canada could become the EU’s first “associate member” under a proposal from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The plan would deepen cooperation beyond trade into defence, energy, critical minerals and technology as Canada and Europe seek stronger economic ties amid uncertainty over US trade policy.

The Economic Times

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed opening a path for Canada to become the EU’s first associate member

The Independent UK

EU plans new firefighting fleet after deadly summer heat wave

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says a scorching summer has shown the EU needs new tools to tackle climate change

The Independent UK

EU chief von der Leyen calls for EU security mechanism to respond to drone incidents & sabotage

Europe needs a NATO-like mechanism to counter hybrid threats. The European Commission president called for a unified response to sabotage and cyberattacks. Recent incidents involving drones have been blamed on Russia. This new system would allow member states to convene emergency meetings. The EU also plans to establish a European…

The Economic Times

Canada could become first associate member, European Union chief says

EUROPEAN Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday that she wants to open the door for Canada…

The National (Scotland)

EU chief von der Leyen calls for EU security mechanism to respond to drone incidents and sabotage

The European Union needs a NATO-like mechanism to better respond to drone incidents, acts of sabotage and cyberattacks across Europe, many of them blamed on Russia, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday

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Former Kosovo president Thaçi sentenced to 25 years in prison by international court in The Hague – as it happened

Thaçi held criminally responsible for war crimes during the violent break from Serbia in the 1990s

France 24

EU chief calls for creation of ‘European Security Council’, backs partnership with Canada

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen called for the creation of a "European Security Council", with countries including Britain and Ukraine, in her State of the European Union speech to the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Wednesday. Addressing this year's special guest, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, von der Leyen…

Euronews

EU unveils digital platform to ease recognition of social security and professional qualifications

The European Commission estimates that a system allowing faster and easier recognition of working documents could save billions of euros by the end of the next decade.

Euronews

Von der Leyen will deliver an 'inspirational message' in annual speech, EU vice-president says

European Commission Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu hopes Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will deliver an "inspirational message" that will "speak directly to each of the 450 million Europeans" in her annual address to citizens.

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The Independent UK

EU chief to lay out priorities and vision for tackling the bloc's challenges in major speech

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to deliver a major state of the European Union speech on Wednesday

Euronews

France ties EU sanctions renewal to prisoner release

Good morning from Brussels. I’m Mared Gwyn. Today: why France is holding up the renewal of the EU’s sanctions list, and a teaser of Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the European Union speech.

Euronews

Canada is eyeing a ‘unique alliance’ with the EU. How far can Brussels go?

President Trump’s tariff war and territorial threats have made Ottawa pivot towards Europe. Brussels now wants to seize the political moment and draw Canada deeper into its orbit.

Euronews

Trillions sitting idle: Here's how much money Europeans are losing on savings

Europeans are losing an average of €294 in purchasing power for every €10,000 they keep in the bank, according to a study from Revolut, which found €6.3 trillion sitting in low-yield deposits across 20 EU countries at a moment when Brussels is trying to push that money into capital markets.

France 24

Leaders urge EU to expand Arctic presence amid Russia 'threat'

Twelve European countries on Monday called for the European Union to step up its presence in the Arctic, as melting ice opens new maritime routes while growing tensions with Russia and the United States increasingly put the region in the geopolitical spotlight.

The Economic Times

'Bold leap for two economic powerhouses': EU Ambassador designate hails India FTA moving one step closer to finish line

The India-EU Free Trade Agreement has moved closer to final approval. The European Commission presented the agreement for approval to the EU Council. This pact will remove or reduce tariffs on ninety-six percent of EU goods. Bilateral trade in goods and services currently exceeds one hundred eighty billion euros annually.…

Euronews

The Netherlands, Spain push for EU-wide minimum age on social media

The European Commission is expected to announce a social media ban for minors next week. The Netherlands and Spain want it harmonised, EU-enforced, and extended to video games and AI chatbots.

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