The 25th EU-China Summit was cordial but lacked concrete solutions on trade and the war in Ukraine. The EU sees China as a partner, competitor, and rival, with the Comprehensive Agreement on Investment (CAI) suspended in 2021. Challenges persist in the trade balance and Chinese overcapacity, showing divergent priorities and complexity in bilateral economic relations.
In Gaza, the humanitarian crisis worsens with deaths from malnutrition, particularly among children. Europe is criticized for inaction. Israel denies using hunger as a weapon and accuses Hamas of poor food management. Negotiations for a ceasefire are difficult and international actions are demanded.
The Trump presidency has brought significant changes to the U.S. and the world, with massive deportations, commercial conflicts, and diplomatic tensions. Trump’s popularity has decreased and his administration has generated economic uncertainty and attacks on institutions and civil rights. His policies are in conflict with his peaceful promises and his management is seen as extreme and challenging for American democracy.
President Donald Trump threatens to impose punitive tariffs on the EU starting from August 1, which leads the EU to consider countermeasures. The negotiations are difficult due to the divergences among the 27 member states, and the uncertainty regarding Trump’s stance complicates predicting the future of transatlantic commercial relations.
The military support policy of the United States to Israel began in 1956 and was solidified in 1968 with the sale of Phantom jets. The United States has maintained and strengthened its special relationship with Israel, ensuring its military advantage in the region.
