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The UK government will scrap EU rules forcing law-abiding motorists to stump up for compensation claims made by uninsured drivers. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander will use Brexit powers to repeal the Brussels regulations, returning to a "common-sense" approach. The move is part of the government's efforts
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In a period marked by increasing global concerns over energy security, the sector has experienced a remarkable surge in production, exports, and investments. This has been driven by new projects, technological advancements, and shifting global dynamics. Key Takeaways: * China's Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang has called for championing humanity&
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Foreign ministers from Canada and the United Arab Emirates reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation on global issues. Meanwhile, the European Parliament addressed several pressing issues, including the implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Facility and the establishment of a special tribunal to investigate Russia's
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The European Council has given the go-ahead for talks to begin on a post-Brexit youth visa scheme, allowing young Brits to live and work in the EU for a short period. This move has been welcomed by campaigners, who see it as a "massive step forward" for young
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The European Commission has proposed allowing Ukraine to join the EU's mobile roaming area, making it possible for Ukrainian citizens to make phone calls, send texts, and use mobile data in the EU's 27 member states without incurring additional charges. This move aims to facilitate communication
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The European Union (EU) has designated Namibia as a high-risk jurisdiction for anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) frameworks, effective 20 days after publication in the EU Official Journal. This decision follows the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) inclusion of Namibia on its "grey list"
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The European Union (EU) has included Namibia in its list of high-risk jurisdictions due to strategic deficiencies in its anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) framework. This decision is a direct consequence of the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) deliberations at its February 2024
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The European Union is exploring a plan to transfer nearly EUR 200 billion of frozen Russian state assets held in Belgium into a new investment fund, offering higher interest rates. This move aims to generate profits to support Ukraine's war-torn economy, but some EU states, including Germany and
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The 27 European Union member states have endorsed a plan to increase new financing to a record of up to €100 billion in 2025, with a revised ceiling that includes 3.5% of total financing for European security and defense. The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group shareholders also approved landmark
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The Czech Republic took over the 12-month chairmanship of the Board of Governors of the European Investment Bank (EIB) as of June 20, with Finance Minister Zbynek Stanjura assuming the presidency in Luxembourg. This rotating chairmanship is a significant milestone for the country, marking its commitment to supporting European priorities,
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The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran has reached a boiling point, with Israel calling on the United States to become involved. Former Israeli officials are appearing on U.S. news outlets, pushing for U.S. assistance in the war. Meanwhile, nuclear scientists have become targets in covert operations, with
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Nine years after the UK's narrow Brexit referendum result, the majority of Britons, 56 per cent, want to see the UK return to being part of the European Union. A YouGov poll has revealed the extent of public dissatisfaction with the outcome of the vote, which led to
