Volkswagen has approved a historic restructuring plan focused on model cuts, plant reviews, asset optimization and about 50,000 job reductions.
Germany’s foreign investment rose 50% in 2025 to EUR 86 billion, with UK firms surging and US companies sharply cutting their commitments.
Donald Trump aims to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at the APEC summit to restart stalled nuclear negotiations amid growing regional security concerns.
The US introduces tariffs up to 100% on drones and components, targeting national security risks and aiming to boost domestic production amid concerns over Chinese dominance in the drone industry.
More than 40 countries call for mandatory prior notification of ballistic missile tests to reduce security risks and build trust amid rising regional tensions.
Montenegro plans to end visa-free travel for Russian and Belarusian citizens by October 2026, aligning its policies with EU accession requirements and impacting regional migration and business.
Donald Trump proposes the US host a future FIFA World Cup without Canada and Mexico, potentially partnering with China, signaling a strategic shift in international football event hosting.
Russia proposes expanding military service eligibility to include convicts charged with serious crimes, aiming to boost contract soldier recruitment amid ongoing military pressures.
Former President Trump claims China accessed data of 220 million American voters to influence the 2020 U.S. elections and calls for an investigation into intelligence failures.
Germany announces a record €124.7 billion defense budget for 2026, marking a significant increase amid NATO’s evolving military spending landscape and U.S. pressure.
Russia's Defense Ministry proposes ending mandatory medical exams for contract soldiers, highlighting recruitment pressures amid ongoing military operations in Ukraine.
The EU reduces duty-free steel import quotas by 47%, imposing a 50% tariff on excess imports to protect its domestic steel industry from global oversupply, especially from China.
The UN faces a financial crisis due to delayed payments from the US and China, forcing cutbacks and operational restructuring amid governance constraints.
Russia's elite warn Putin against harsh internet restrictions due to economic losses and public dissatisfaction amid rising digital controls and social strains.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warns Russia, China, and the US employ divide-and-conquer tactics to weaken EU unity and influence global power dynamics.
Former President Trump reveals China refuses to release Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai, sentenced to 20 years for supporting protests, highlighting risks for businesses in politically sensitive regions.
China's renewed interest in US oil and soybeans signals potential shifts in trade and geopolitical strategies following high-level talks between Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping.
US President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in Beijing to discuss Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, Taiwan tensions, and trade cooperation amid global economic challenges.
Uzbekistan's halt on gold exports has caused a nearly 30% drop in exports in early 2026, signaling a strategic shift focused on reserve management amid changing trade dynamics.