Ursula von der Leyen

Editor’s Note: The headline in this story has been corrected for clarity. Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he received a call from Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, requesting an extension on the impending 50% tariff deadline. The...

President Donald Trump referred to the European Union as “nastier than China” in Monday’s press briefing during the signing of an executive order aimed at lowering prescription drug prices. What Happened: Trump called on Europeans to shoulder more financial...

In a bold move against the United States’ tariff policy, the European Union (EU) is preparing to present its case at the World Trade Organization (WTO). The EU is also proposing countermeasures worth €95 billion ($107.4 billion). What Happened: The European Commission is planning to challenge...

In response to the academic funding cuts in the U.S. under President Donald Trump, France and the EU are preparing to roll out incentives to attract U.S.-based researchers to Europe. What Happened: French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are...

As President Donald Trump seeks to strike a tariff deal with the European Union (EU), there are growing concerns that China might exploit the strained U.S.-EU relations to its advantage. What Happened: Xi Jinping could propose an enticing deal to Europe, despite the risks associated with Chinese...

The European Union (EU) is contemplating imposing levies on U.S. tech giants like Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) and Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) if the ongoing tariff negotiations with the Trump administration fail to be resolved. What Happened: Ursula von der Leyen, the EU Commission...

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has said the EU is preparing a slate of retaliatory measures that could include levies on digital advertising revenues from U.S. tech companies like Facebook-parent Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) and Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL...

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday vowed "firm and proportionate countermeasures" in response to President Donald Trump's decision to impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.  The Details: "Unjustified tariffs on the E.U. will not go unanswered — they will...

Editor's note: This story has been updated with a comment from a spokesperson of the European Commission. In a recent development, China’s President Xi Jinping has reportedly accused the U.S. of attempting to provoke China into invading Taiwan, in a conversation with European Commission...

The European Union (EU) has indicated its willingness to employ all necessary trade tools to safeguard its economies if China fails to ensure fair market access. What Happened: On Monday, Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission President, expressed these concerns following a meeting in Paris...

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in France on Sunday, commencing a two-day state visit. The visit comes at a time of escalating trade disputes between China and the European Union and against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. What Happened: President Xi’s visit to France is...

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has suggested that a ban on TikTok in the EU is a possibility. What Happened: Von der Leyen made the statement during a debate in Maastricht on Monday, where the lead candidates for the 2024 EU election were discussing...

In a bid to address economic challenges and potential migration issues, the European Union (EU) has committed to an $8 billion aid package for Egypt. The deal, however, has sparked criticism due to Egypt’s human rights record. What Happened: The EU announced on Sunday that it would provide...

The European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has suggested using Russia’s frozen assets to provide military support to Ukraine, which is grappling with a severe ammunition shortage due to Russia’s military aggression. What Happened: In a speech to the European Parliament on...

Goldman Sachs said President Joe Biden‘s landmark clean-energy legislation would cost approximately $1.2 trillion, which is three times more than the government’s official estimate.  What Happened: The global investment banking group said the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act passed...