Bibi to MbS: An Unexpected Meeting
MbS’s visit to Trump marks a turning point: Saudi Arabia surpasses Israel as US priority with large investments and military agreements, including F-35. Trump will provide F-35 in exchange for US investments. Saudi Arabia will increase its investments to $1 trillion, removing the Israeli veto on military agreements. The Middle East region experiences a change, showing the new US approach towards Arab allies at the expense of Israel.
Reevaluating Priorities and Progress: An Analysis of the EU Tax Recommendations
The European Commission highlights fiscal policy to address emerging challenges, with annual recommendations to EU countries through the European Semester. A shift in priorities in fiscal reforms is observed, focusing more on capital taxes, tax administration and eco-taxes. The implementation of previous recommendations has been limited, with significant differences between countries. Clearer priorities, specific guidelines and greater national commitment are needed to strengthen fiscal coordination in the EU.