Last mentioned: Mar 25, 2026
ICE Phase-out
Proposed ban on the sale of new internal combustion engine vehicles in the EU.
55% Reduction Target
Stricter targets for passenger cars and vans as part of the Fit for 55 package.
Agreement Concluded
Ursula von der Leyen announces the finalization of the deal terms.
Major Brand Critique
A leading EU brand publicly challenges the feasibility of the 2025/2026 targets.
Parliamentary Pause
Bernd Lange calls for a halt on EU-US trade deal legislation in the European Parliament.
EU Diplomatic Response
European Commission demands US honor the existing trade deal; Sefcovic contacts US trade officials.
Global Tariff Hike
President Trump announces a new 15% global duty on all imports.
Supreme Court Ruling
US Supreme Court rules the administration's use of IEEPA for tariffs is illegal.
Joint Statement Signed
EU and US agree to a 15% tariff cap on most goods to stabilize trade.
Critical Minerals Focus
Both parties pivot to include stronger guarantees on raw materials essential for the green transition.
The 15% Cliff
First major reduction milestone takes effect, triggering potential fines for manufacturers.
Talks Stall in Osaka
Negotiations fail to reach a conclusion during the G7 trade ministers' meeting due to agricultural disputes.
Baseline Established
EU sets the CO2 baseline for the next decade of emission reductions.
Negotiations Launched
The EU and Australia formally begin talks for a comprehensive free trade agreement.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced the conclusion of the long-awaited EU-Australia Free Trade Agreement. The deal is set to eliminate the majority of tariffs, streamline digital trade, and provide European retail brands with unprecedented access to the Australian market.
A leading European automotive brand has issued a sharp critique of the EU's tightening 2025-2026 emission regulations, warning of significant cost increases for commercial fleets. This pushback highlights a growing tension between aggressive climate goals and the operational realities of the e-commerce delivery sector.
Following a Supreme Court ruling against his trade policy, President Trump has implemented a 15% global import duty, prompting the EU to demand adherence to prior trade agreements. The move has injected fresh volatility into transatlantic relations and threatens to stall major trade legislation in the European Parliament.
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