The United States and China have extended their trade war truce by two months, moving the deadline to January 10. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that discussions regarding a broader trade agreement between the two nations will continue.
The Social and Economic Council (SER) of the Netherlands is calling for better guidance to help Ukrainian refugees secure employment that matches their professional qualifications. Currently, while nearly 62 percent of the 134,000 Ukrainians in the country are employed, many are working in roles below their skill levels.
As of Tuesday, the Netherlands has implemented a new measure that criminalizes the sale and purchase of goods originating from Israeli settlements. This action surpasses a standard import ban and aligns with similar trade restrictions recently introduced by other nations.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has placed several Western companies under temporary state control. This move raises concerns for businesses like Nestlé and Auchan, as similar past actions have previously led to these companies being taken over by government-aligned figures.
French fishermen blocked several ports and an oil terminal in Southern France for hours this week to protest rising fuel prices. The blockade was lifted after government official Catherine Chabaud promised to provide financial support to the sector.
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to halt trade with the European Union if the bloc proceeds with plans to make Canada an associated member. The dispute highlights potential tensions between the U.S. and its European partners regarding international trade relations.
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