International Herald Tribune February 23, 2009 The European Union is preparing to impose trade duties on biofuels imported from the United States to prevent American producers from putting European producers of biodiesel out of business, diplomats said Monday. more
Spiegel Online February 23, 2009 There are growing differences in the way the trans-Atlantic partners assess each other. While Europe has embraced Barack Obama as an “American European,” America is looking for strategic partners in other corners of the globe. If Europe wants to be taken seriously, it must decide to become a meaningful actor. […]
Associated Press February 22, 2009 European leaders mounted a united front against the global financial crisis Sunday, proposing sweeping new market regulations, but it remained unclear whether economic giants like the United States and China would go along. more
Washington Times February 22, 2009 The election of Barack Obama provides an important opportunity to revitalize the trans-Atlantic security partnership. This partnership has served both sides well in the past. But after eight years of deep ideological differences during the Bush administration, it is badly frayed and in need of new leadership and new vision. […]
Washington Post February 21, 2009 The World Bank warned yesterday that wealthier nations in Europe need to do more to help faltering Eastern European economies avoid a dangerous financial crisis. more