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EU-China trade conflict looms as German criticism presses Brussels to act EU-China trade conflict intensifies as German leaders, led by Friedrich Merz’s Bundestag remarks, push the European Commission to consider …

German producer prices rise 2.2% in May as oil-driven energy costs push input prices higher German producer prices rose 2.2% year‑on‑year in May, driven by a jump in energy costs …

Bundibugyo Virus Outbreak in DRC Surges to 782 Cases as Response Struggles Bundibugyo virus outbreak in DRC reaches 782 cases and 178 deaths; conflict, low contact tracing and a $21.5m …

German exports rise for a third straight month as April shipments climb German exports rose 0.9% in April 2026 to €136.6bn, with EU and US demand supporting gains despite geopolitical …

Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Solidifies Role as Epicenter of AI Chip Supply Chain Nvidia and TSMC investments cement Taiwan semiconductor industry as the AI chip epicenter, intensifying supply‑chain concentration and geopolitical …

Rising energy prices slow German economy’s rebound, Merzometer shows pre-conflict momentum Rising energy costs and geopolitical shocks have weakened the German economy. Merzometer showed growth before 28 February, yet GDP …

Sudan conflict deepens as foreign backers and drones entrench a bloody stalemate Sudan conflict escalates as foreign patrons and drone warfare fuel mass displacement, famine and rising civilian casualties across …

Building permits in Germany jump 14.6% in Q1 as housing recovery faces geopolitical headwinds Germany’s building permits surged 14.6% year-on-year in the first quarter, with 63,500 approvals from January to …

Sudan humanitarian crisis: Khartoum in ruins as famine, disease and displacement escalate Khartoum lies in ruins as the Sudan humanitarian crisis deepens: tens of thousands killed, millions displaced, and 29 …