EU countries
Coverage of EU countries in the Nexus archive.
- EU countries float Commission role in sovereign cloud assessments
EU countries are proposing the European Commission take a role in assessing sovereign clouds, with some concerns that separate national authorities might encourage forum shopping.
- EU countries push to retain Eastern Europe carbon pricing rebate
EU countries are advocating to maintain the Eastern Europe carbon pricing rebate, while campaigners criticize the €20 billion 'modernisation fund' as ineffective. The fund is described as 'anything but' modernization by critics.
- Brussels diplomats mourn end of US-hosted ‘like-minded’ dinners
Brussels diplomats note the end of U.S.-hosted 'like-minded' dinners, which were informal gatherings for European allies and officials to discuss trade, security, and policy. The decline of these events coincides with Donald Trump's return to the White House and a broader U.S. disengagement from Brussels amid tensions over tariffs, NATO, and strategic partnerships.
- EU countries weigh ‘tearing apart’ bloc’s diplomatic service
EU countries are considering restructuring the bloc’s diplomatic service due to leadership and coordination challenges. Chief diplomat Kaja Kallas and the European External Action Service (EEAS) face scrutiny from member state capitals.
- EU Countries Demand Stricter Visa Rules for Russians
EU countries are demanding stricter visa rules for Russians. Sweden's Migration Minister Johan Forssell emphasized the need to stop Russians from making leisure trips to Europe amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
- Shabana Mahmood refuses to rule out sending back failed Afghan asylum seekers
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has refused to rule out repatriating failed Afghan asylum seekers to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, indicating ongoing discussions between Kabul and EU countries about a returns program. Internal Whitehall conversations about the policy are also underway, which could face opposition from humanitarian groups.