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Europe’s AI Problem Isn’t Inventing It, It’s Using It
Oscar Guinea writes for the weekly newsletter What’s Up EU on Europe’s competitiveness depending less on inventing new digital technologies, and more on adopting them widely, overcoming complex regulations, and enabling swift, effective digital transformation.
La Unión Europea y la virtud de ser aburrida
[Spanish] Renata Zilli writes on SPR Informa on the European Union’s strength being its institutional stability, not charisma.
How the new globalisation affects UK-EU relations
David Henig considers how the UK’s relationship with the EU might be impacted by changes in the global order via UK In a Changing Europe.
The economic consequences of the UK’s unchecked rise in mass litigation are real
Fredrik Erixon argues for The Global Legal Post that mass litigation in the UK is rising sharply, driven by regulatory changes and external funding, posing growing economic risks, costs, and challenges for businesses and innovation.
Perspectives: Mercosur ratification is a make or break moment for the EU
David Henig writes for Borderlex on how ratifying the EU-Mercosur deal is crucial for EU unity, balanced trade, and global influence, despite nationalist opposition and agricultural concerns.
What do Ursula von der Leyen and Nick Clegg agree on?
Oscar Guinea writes in Encompass about Ursula von der Leyen state of the union address and her plans for the EU single market in services
Draghi saw the meteor coming. One year on, Europe still won’t look up
Andrea Dugo writes for Euractiv about how Europe faces economic stagnation and competitiveness challenges; despite warnings and proposed reforms, decisive action is lacking, risking productivity, growth, and global influence.
Cómo eliminar una mala idea y difundir las buenas: por una UE más competitiva
[Spanish] Oscar Guinea writes for Agenda Pública about how to improve the quality of EU regulation.
From Piraeus to the Western Balkans: China’s Growing Footprint in Southeast Europe
Senior Fellow Bernd Cristoph Ströhm writes for the Hungarian Conservative about how China and the EU compete for influence in the Western Balkans, with China prioritising Serbia. EU investment remains dominant, but integration frustrations persist region-wide.
Europe must show its trade alternatives are a better model of action than Trump’s
David Henig writes for The Observer on US tariff deals with the EU limiting economic damage but adding uncertainty.
Why the UK should embrace rule-taking
David Henig argues that the government should embrace a new approach to regulation, aligning with EU rules by default unless there is a compelling reason otherwise via UK In a Changing Europe.
Forget trade wars — the future isn’t about physical goods, but data, ideas and services
Erik van der Marel analyses how globalisation is evolving, driven by intangible flows like data and ideas, benefiting the US economy despite trade wars and populism, and requiring adaptive policies via The Hill.
Unpredictable Patterns #128: What is a healthy public sphere?
Fredrik Erixon contributes for the Substack “Unpredictable Patterns” on a post looking at how a healthy public sphere requires trust in independent institutions.
Digital sovereignty starts with cloud customer choice
Matthias Bauer writes for Encompass on how Europe must prioritise real cloud customer choice, balancing regulation, competition, and open standards to unlock digital innovation, flexibility, and economic growth across the EU.
Perspectives: Sleepwalking is not a trade policy
David Henig writes about how the EU’s trade policy is struggling amid divisions, growing protectionism, and institutional inertia via Borderlex.

Die EU verliert an Gewicht, China und Russland gewinnen
[Behind Paywall in German] The Geoeconomic Interconnectivity Index receives special coverage by the Frankfurter Allgemeine.
Why America’s New Ambassador to EU Wants Europe to Succeed
The blog “Rules Without End: EU’s Reluctance to Let Go of Regulation” by Oscar Guinea and Oscar du Roy is referenced by The Epoch Times.
Europe is lagging in AI adoption – how can businesses close the gap?
The blog “Boosting the Use of AI in Europe – Follow the Nordics?” by Fredrik Erixon on a blog by the World Economic Forum.
EU palms off Green Deal with Indonesia pact
David Henig comments in Euractiv’s Rapporteur newsletter about the EU’s new Indonesia trade deal lowering previous Green Deal ambitions, prioritising trade over environmental standards.
Traditional US trade lobbies are being left out in the cold
The policy brief “Seeing the Forest and the Trees: Recent Developments in the US Tariff Landscape” by Lucian Cernat is cited in Alan Beattie’s Trade Secrets.
Visite de Trump au Royaume-Uni : des investissements mais aucune concession américaine sur Gaza et l’Ukraine
[French] David Henig voices for Les Echos his doubts on recent tech investment announcements or partnerships significantly changing the status quo for UK-US technological relations or power dynamics.
How military business could be the game changer for the EU-India free trade deal
Hosuk Lee-Makiyama comments for Euronews that a strong EU-India alignment is vital, especially as US export markets decline.
Trump has a list of demands for Europe. We rated his chances of success.
David Henig warns via POLITICO Europe that imposing high tariffs on China would be extremely damaging to the EU.
Anger at Israel blows a hole in Europe’s plans for an Iron Dome
[Behind Paywall] David Henig highlights on The Telegraph that Israel could politically halt Arrow 3 missile exports, jeopardising Europe’s Sky Shield air-defence plans amid rising tensions over the war in Gaza.
Europe drags its heels on Draghi plan as global rivals surge
Oscar Guinea comments in the Financial Times about how the lack of a single market in services crippled EU digital companies
Wojna o budżet: debata Euronews na Forum Ekononicznym w Karpaczu
[Polish] Matthias Bauer arguments during the Economic Forum in Karpacz that the EU’s financial policy is outdated and lacks competitiveness and calling for a complete redefinition to meet modern challenges and global rivals are mentioned by Euronews.
Will the cooperation summit in China try to appease Putin on Ukraine?
Hosuk Lee-Makiyama notes China seeks an end to the Ukraine conflict but avoids isolating Russia, emphasising diplomatic balance and no concerns from Ukraine regarding China for Euronews.
Youth mobility scheme with EU would be ‘fantastic’, says UK minister
David Henig comments for the Financial Times that Great Britain will struggle to secure exemptions when aligning with Brussels, especially regarding gene editing and foie gras import bans in future deals.
UK government’s trade department bracing for 20 percent workforce cut
David Henig warns for POLITICO Europe that DBT staff cuts demand hard choices and significant energy, arguing the government undervalues DBT’s crucial role in implementing growth strategies.
Should Europe wean itself off US tech?
Matthias Bauer argues via the BBC that Europe must strengthen its tech sector to compete globally, noting regulatory barriers hinder EU growth compared with the US and China’s dominance.

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