BBC Europe – EU sets out ‘phased’ Brexit strategy. The EU has outlined its strategy for Brexit negotiations, suggesting talks on a trade deal could begin once “sufficient progress” is made on a separation settlement with the UK. The draft guidelines, issued by European Council President Donald Tusk, argue for a “phased approach” in talks. The draft will be sent to the 27 member states for approval. They will then set the tone for two years of negotiations.
FRANCE
Fillon vs Macron: the clash of projects
An exclusive debate between Henri de Castries and Jean Pisani-Ferry. Taxes, reforms, employment: the candidates’ advisers confront each other
GERMANY
Discontent in Federal Government over heads of intelligence services
List of Turkish intelligence service very late evaluated / Poor communication
ITALY
An American wall for 90 EU products
US “wall” against 90 EU products Trump threatens 100% duties as a commercial retaliation after the long dispute over US beef hormone. 13% of Italy’s food exports at gunpoint, along with iconic goods such as Vespa. Protectionism was the core of Donald Trump’s electoral campaign, aimed at obtaining the support of the Midwest working class and the impoverished middle class of both the East and the West Coast. His promises now turn into a grim reality for Italian and European entrepreneurs and labourers alike.
SPAIN
EU puts a slam of separatism after the ‘Brexit’
The principle of Stability integrity should not be put to the test again,” says Merkel at the EPP summit in Malta.
BELGIUM
Brussels wants to keep one lane for carsharing
Brussels Minister Pascal Smet’s project to improve mobility and better tackle the morning traffic jams in the capital.
BULGARIA
EPP supports Boyko Borisov
Boyko Borisov receives support from EPP to form a government with the United Patriots.
GREECE
Electronic “catch” for those who avoid taxes
1.27 million tax-payers under the microscope of the authorities.
HUNGARY
The EU funds have melted away
The suspicion has been proved right: EU aid has been squandered.
MALTA
EPP unites for Europe
PN leader Simon Bususttili and Germany Chancelor Angela Merkel arrive at EPP congress yesterday.
PORTUGAL
Novo Banco, deal closed
Centeno explains contract with Lone Star. Portugal may have to inject capital in 2019. Banco de Portugal transfers €500 millions to the state.
