EU and UK agree to strengthen cooperation
Both sides agreed to hold a summit to “oversee the development” of the new relationship in early 2025…reports Asian Lite News The United Kingdom and the European Union have jointly vowed to
UK PM heads to Brussels for ‘first conversation’ on EU reset
The one-day trip is an opportunity for Starmer to set out what he wants a more “pragmatic and mature relationship” relationship with the EU to look like….reports Asian Lite News Keir Starmer
‘Ukraine conflict eventually to be decided at negotiation table’
Austin and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General CQ Brown reaffirmed the commitment of the US and other nations to aiding Ukraine…reports Asian Lite News US Defence Secretary
Lovegrove appointed govt’s AUKUS Adviser
As the AUKUS 3rd anniversary approaches, the appointment is a sign of the new government’s commitment to maximising the benefits of the defence and security partnership….reports Asian Lite News Stephen Lovegrove appointed
EU issues UK with list for better ties
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said his government wants to repair the UK’s relations with the EU through a new broad-based security pact while also seeking better trading terms…reports Asian Lite News
Eurozone GDP up 0.3% in Q2
In the first quarter of 2024, GDP had also grown by 0.3 per cent in both regions, the statistical office of the EU reported on Tuesday…reports Asian Lite News Seasonally adjusted GDP
Berlin calls on Iran, others to prevent Middle East escalation
German citizens in Lebanon, of which there are estimated to be about 1,300, are “urgently advised” to leave the country while still possible, the spokesperson said…reports Asian Lite News The German government
New PM only after Olympics, says Macron
Gabriel Attal submitted his resignation as prime minister to Macron on July 8 after the ruling party failed to secure a majority in the snap legislative elections…reports Asian Lite News French President
Climate activists paralyse air traffic at German airport
The government has just passed a tougher penalty for obstructing air traffic, which is pending parliamentary approval, with prison sentences of up to two years instead of a fine…reports Asian Lite News
Ukraine Ready for Peace Negotiations with Russia
Mao said that the ongoing Moscow-Kiev conflict was high on the agenda, and Kuleba said that “Ukraine is ready and willing to engage in dialogue and negotiations with Russia.”..reports Asian Lite News