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Chinese car brands attract visitors' attention at the Paris Mondial de l'Auto motor show

At the Mondial de l'Auto motor show in Paris, 25 of the 60 exhibiting automakers were Chinese. The brands Zeekr, Changan, Denza and AITO are entering the European market. The event takes place against the backdrop of trade disputes between the EU and China: the sides concluded an agreement restricting the export of Chinese hybrids to the EU, while Chinese companies are setting up production in Europe to circumvent tariffs.

Dilnoza Rahimova
1 min read
World

Turkey and Belgium to hold fourth ministerial meeting in Brussels on October 20

The fourth ministerial meeting between Turkey and Belgium will take place on October 20 in Brussels. Turkey will be represented by the foreign, interior and justice ministers, Belgium by the deputy prime minister and three ministers. They will discuss counterterrorism, judicial and police cooperation, defense industry, visas and migration. Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan will also meet with Kallas and Rutte.

Otabek Yusupov
2 min read
World

EU prepares Rome summit in March 2027 for the 70th anniversary of the Treaties of Rome

The European Council is working on holding a formal summit in Rome in March 2027 to mark the 70th anniversary of the Treaties of Rome. It would be the first time an anniversary event is combined with an official summit outside Brussels. European Council President António Costa has already discussed the idea with Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever, who, according to sources, does not object. The Italian government has supported the idea; the summit could serve as a platform for Giorgia Meloni ahead of possible early elections.

Otabek Yusupov
2 min read
World

Montenegro moves to settle disputes with Croatia that threaten its EU accession

Montenegro has adopted a series of legislative measures to resolve bilateral disputes with Croatia, which earlier sent the EU a list of eight grievances. The issues include the Morinj camp memorial plaque, the name of a swimming pool in Kotor, the search for the remains of 14 war victims and a border dispute. Germany is urging Croatia to reach a swift settlement so as not to derail Montenegro's EU accession by 2028.

Aziz Karimov
4 min read
World

Von der Leyen, Costa and Macron to travel to Budapest for the 70th anniversary of the 1956 uprising

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, European Council President António Costa and French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Budapest on Friday to take part in events marking the 70th anniversary of the anti-Soviet uprising of 1956. The visit marks a warming of relations between Brussels and Budapest following the arrival in power of the government of Péter Magyar, who replaced Viktor Orbán.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read
World

EU plans Arctic subsea cable: Greenland — Europe, with a view to extending it to Japan and South Korea

Under a draft new EU Arctic strategy to be presented on 20 October, the Union intends to connect Greenland to Europe with a 'sovereign and secure' subsea cable, and in the longer term to extend the network via Canada to Japan and South Korea. The plan also envisages creating an Arctic hub to protect cables and expanding the icebreaker fleet.

Otabek Yusupov
4 min read
World

EU Ambassador: Kyiv has become 'a real frontline city' amid intensified Russian attacks

EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarina Mathernova told Euronews that since late August Kyiv has turned into 'a real frontline city': strikes are disrupting everyday life ahead of winter. According to her, the EU provides about three quarters of financial aid to Ukraine, does not intend to weaken sanctions, and supports Kaja Kallas' position that strikes on oil refineries constitute legitimate self-defence. EU accession talks are progressing: four of six clusters have been opened.

Otabek Yusupov
4 min read
World

France recovers after riots: around 2,000 detained, minister's resignation rejected; EU seeks €70 billion for Ukraine

After anti-austerity protests in France escalated into riots, around 2,000 people were detained and more than 500 police officers and firefighters were injured. Emmanuel Macron addressed the nation, rejecting the resignation of Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez. Politicians argue over responsibility, while similar protests took place in Belgium, Italy and Portugal. In parallel, the EU is discussing funding an additional €70 billion for Ukraine.

Aziz Karimov
4 min read
Economy

China's economy grew 4.5% in the third quarter thanks to exports, but domestic demand remains weak

China's GDP grew 4.5% year-on-year in Q3 2026, beating forecasts (4.4% per an AFP survey) and accelerating from 4.3% in Q2. Growth was driven by exports, especially high-tech products, amid weak domestic demand, a downturn in the property market and falling investment. The trade surplus for the nine months reached $938 billion, heightening friction with the EU and the US.

Nilufar Karimova
4 min read
World

US Ambassador to the EU warned of 'devastating' consequences for European companies over satellite spectrum allocation plans

US Ambassador to the EU Andrew Puzder said in an interview with the Financial Times that European companies could face 'devastating' retaliatory measures on the American market if the EU adopts a proposal to reserve part of the radio spectrum for smartphone-to-satellite communications for European operators. The plan could restrict access for SpaceX (Starlink) and Amazon. SpaceX warned of possible deterioration of communications in Ukraine.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read
World

Albania protests enter sixth day: Rama refuses to resign

Student protests in Albania have continued for a sixth day. Demonstrators demand the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama, citing corruption, high tuition fees and problems in education. Clashes with police occurred in Tirana, with police using tear gas, water cannons and rubber bullets. According to the health ministry, 28 people were injured, 19 of them police officers. Rama rejected calls to step down, calling the protests the work of a foreign hand and a threat to the country's EU path.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read