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Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has refuted claims circulating online that newly regularised migrants will receive €2,800 monthly for two years. The government’s recent regularisation plan allows 500,000 undocumented migrants to apply for legal residence, but no monetary support is stated in the official decree.
Ammonia, a critical component of fertilisers, underpins global food systems but exposes Europe to economic and environmental risks. The reliance on natural gas for production has intensified since the Ukraine conflict, prompting calls for innovative, low-carbon fertiliser technologies to enhance supply chain resilience and safeguard jobs in the chemical industry.
EU STRATEGIC ENGAGEMENT
This morning, Europe focuses on strengthening ties with Armenia amid ongoing regional tensions and reinforcing geopolitical alliances.
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed the country’s participation in the EU’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) agreement, paying €10 million, marking Canada as the first non-European state involved. The UK, however, faces demands of €4 billion to €6.75 billion for similar access.
EU Commission Vice-President Dubravka Šuica will face scrutiny from member states at Monday’s Foreign Affairs Council regarding her attendance at Donald Trump’s Board of Peace inauguration, amid criticism of the Commission overstepping its foreign policy mandate.
The European Union’s proposal for a new sanctions package against Russia remains unresolved after ambassadors failed to agree on a maritime services ban for Russian oil tankers. High Representative Kaja Kallas emphasized the urgency as the 24 February deadline approaches.
The European Commission, led by Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič, aims to revisit the WTO’s “Most Favoured Nation” principle due to the widening EU trade deficit with China, seeking to ensure equal market access amid persistent barriers faced by European firms in China.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó has accused Ukraine of sabotage, stating that Hungary will block financial assistance for Kyiv until the transit of Russian oil resumes. This development is significant ahead of Hungary’s upcoming election.
The US Supreme Court ruling raises concerns about the EU-US trade deal established last summer, impacting past tariffs and future investment pledges, according to the European Commission, which is currently reviewing the ruling.
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