Skip to content

What are tarrifs, and how does the European Union use them?

Economic Policy

The past couple of months have shown an increase in the use of tarrifs? But what are tarrifs and how does the European Union use tarrifs in relation to the single market and the customs union?

Brussels was not hoping for a second Trump-term, but came prepared
Rasmus J. Kolding Nov 7, 2024

Brussels was not hoping for a second Trump-term, but came prepared

Brussels may have hoped for a different outcome, but it was prepared for Donald Trump’s return to the U.S. presidency. Facing potential shifts in U.S. support for Ukraine, NATO dynamics, and trade, European leaders must now balance their reliance on America with a push for greater independence. Trump’s expected “America…

Brexit meant Brexit, but what can the new UK-government mean for the EU?
Rasmus J. Kolding Nov 3, 2024

Brexit meant Brexit, but what can the new UK-government mean for the EU?

With Keir Starmer’s Labour government in power, UK-EU relations may see a cautious shift toward cooperation. While rejoining the EU is not on the table, Labour’s softer stance opens doors for closer ties in areas like security and trade. Starmer aims to balance Brexit’s legacy with a pragmatic approach to…

How is the president of the European Commission elected?
3 min read

How is the president of the European Commission elected?

How does Europe choose its top leader? The European Council nominates a candidate for President of the European Commission, but the process involves many steps. The candidate has to pass through parliament and lay out a vision. But what is…

How is the European Parliament elected?
3 min read

How is the European Parliament elected?

The European Parliament is one of the legislative chambers of the European Union and the only one directly elected by the citizens of the union. The chamber has power over some of the decisions that are made in the European…

Who is the High Representative of the European Union?
5 min read

Who is the High Representative of the European Union?

Does the European Union have a Minister of Foreign Affairs? While the High Representative does not formally have the title, they do carry out a lot of the same tasks as a minister would. But what responsibilities and duties does…

Who Are We?