The European Commission plans to create artificial intelligence factories to improve European competitiveness, but its location and dependence on a single technological supplier are questioned. Alternative approaches are suggested and the factories are proposed to be linked with dedicated research to ensure sovereignty and reliability.
President Milei, after his electoral victory in Argentina, faces challenges to reactivate the economy with high inflation and external debts, and must reduce the public deficit. His party LLA obtained great support but does not have a parliamentary majority, which requires him to maneuver with caution.
The European Union faces obstacles in its internal market due to fragmentation in legal, administrative and regulatory norms, affecting small and medium-sized enterprises in particular. The concept of regime 28 is proposed as an optional legal framework to facilitate cross-border activity without total harmonization. This study analyzes this concept, its evolution and perspectives, proposing a new approach for its effective implementation.
The ASEAN in 2025 shows progress and stagnation. Malaysia led agreements and East Timor’s accession. The region faced tariffs and conflicts, with Malaysia mediating successfully. The summit featured leaders such as Trump and Li Qiang. Efforts are made to strengthen resilience and autonomy, but tensions persist in Myanmar and the South China Sea.
In the Reimagine Rural podcast, Scott Andes and Tony Pipa discuss prosperity for hard-to-reach rural areas. Andes, from Carnegie Mellon University, highlights programs such as the Build Back Better Regional Challenge and the Recompete Pilot Program. The EDA, from the Department of Commerce, finances creative ideas for economic development. Despite obstacles, economic success is expected in these regions.
