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As Trump breaks ranks with Europe, are Asia-Pacific allies next?
The Trump administration's focus on the price, not value, of alliances could affect security pledges and risks to Taiwan, experts say.CNBC - 13h -
Why Scam Centers in Southeast Asia Keep Flourishing
A China-led crackdown on online fraud rescued thousands from Myanmar this month. But this massive business of grift keeps growing.The New York Times - 1d -
Three tropical cyclones are swirling in the South Pacific
Three tropical cyclones are spinning in the South Pacific, an occurrence that scientists say is unusualABC News - 2d -
Three tropical cyclones are swirling in the South Pacific
Three tropical cyclones are spinning in the South Pacific, an occurrence that scientists say is unusual.NBC News - 2d -
How Trump’s Tariffs Could Reorder Asia Trade and Exclude the U.S.
Asian countries are among the most vulnerable to President Trump’s economic grievances. But they are also best placed to make deals to minimize their exposure.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Major Asia bank to cut 4,000 roles as AI replaces humans
It makes DBS one of the first major banks to offer details on how AI will affect its operations.BBC News - 3d -
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More rain on the way after flash flooding slams Pacific Northwest
A series of storm systems fueled by an atmospheric river brought flash flooding to the Pacific Northwest this weekend -- and more rain is on the way.ABC News - 4d -
3 tropical cyclones churn in the South Pacific in unusual occurrence
The unusual activity is "a lot to happen at once, but not unprecedented," an atmospheric science professor said.CBS News - 2d -
Satellite image captures three tropical cyclones spinning in the South Pacific at once
Tropical cyclones Rae, Seru and Alfred are churning as the region’s season reaches its peak . Three tropical cyclones are churning in the South Pacific at the same time, satellite images show, in ...The Guardian - 1d -
China’s Military Puts Pacific on Notice as U.S. Priorities Shift
China is flexing its military muscle in the region to show that it will not wait for the Trump administration to decide how hard it wants to counter Beijing.The New York Times - 14h -
Defending Europe without the US
European capitals are attempting to fill the security gapFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Europe should be flattered by Maga’s attacks
A central goal of Trump’s henchmen is to defang the EU’s regulatory power for the benefit of American Big TechFinancial Times - 5d -
Europe needs Friedrich Merz to succeed
The first moves by Germany’s chancellor-designate are bold and encouragingFinancial Times - 4d -
Trump and Europe Clashed Over Ukraine
Also, the virtuoso Roberta Flack died at 88. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday.The New York Times - 3d -
The Tories discover that Britain is located in Europe
The lesson of this world-changing month is that geography matters — despite what the Brexit campaign claimedFinancial Times - 2d -
Can Europe afford to defend itself without the US?
Also in this newsletter: The EU’s peace offering in Trump’s trade warFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Europe’s elite fears Trump, Musk and the truth
The EU's ruling class has become fanatical in its desire to censor.The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Ros Atkins on... why this week matters for Europe and the US
The BBC's Analysis editor takes a look back at this week - and what it tells us about how the US sees Europe.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
Now is the time for Europe really to step up on Ukraine
The future of the post-1945 security order hangs in the balanceFinancial Times - 4d -
What the German election result means for Europe
Also in this newsletter: Emmanuel Macron tries to woo TrumpFinancial Times - 4d -
Nordqvist named Europe Solheim Cup captain
Swede Anna Nordqvist, who has played in nine Solheim Cups, will captain Europe against the USA next year.BBC News - 4d -
Europe and US clash over Ukraine in G7 and UN
EU and Trump administration differ over blaming Russia in rival draft resolutionsFinancial Times - 4d -
Germany election: Merz says it’s ‘five to midnight’ for Europe
Leader of victorious conservative alliance says continent must build defence capability as US moves towards ‘America alone’ motto. The man expected to be Germany’s next chancellor has said Europe ...The Guardian - 4d -
Tesla starts 2025 with sharp drop in sales in Europe
Sales down 45% in January for EV maker led by Elon MuskFinancial Times - 3d -
Europe Relaxes Rules on Company Climate Reports
Officials are seeking to boost competitiveness and reduce the regulatory burden on businesses during what a European commissioner called a “perilous” time.The New York Times - 2d -
Can Europe go it alone on Russia sanctions?
Washington’s coercive economic diplomacy is undergoing massive changeFinancial Times - 1d -
Europe at a crossroads: can the EU meet its challenges?
FT correspondents discussed how Europe will respond to geopolitical and economic dangersFinancial Times - 1d -
Europe should hijack Trump’s revolutionary plans for the world
Liberal nationalists must respond with imagination to US policies rather than gripe at being cut out of Ukraine talksFinancial Times - 5h -
Friedrich Merz was the most pro-US politician in Germany – his shift could be historic for Europe | Jörg Lau for Europe |
The lifelong Atlanticist was frank after his election victory: Nato is on the brink, and Germany must reassess its core beliefs on defence. It is hard to overstate the importance of Friedrich ...The Guardian - 2d -
Trump’s Rift With Europe Adds Fuel to a Rally in Defense Stocks
A flurry of trading has helped push the Pan-European Stoxx 600 index to a record high as investors expect Europe’s governments to increase military spending.The New York Times - Feb. 18 -
Vance: Biggest threat to Europe is influx of 'unvetted foreign migrants'
During an appearance at CPAC, Vice President JD Vance said he believed the "biggest threat" to countries in Europe was "unvetted foreign migrants," and criticized the Biden administration for its ...NBC News - Feb. 20 -
Europe’s New Reality: Trump May Not Quit NATO, but He’s Already Undercutting It
European officials knew the president’s win would threaten the fundamental precepts of the post-World War II order. But the speed at which it is unraveling has created a crisis of enormous ...The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
Europe seeks to replace imported Russian fertilisers with local manure
Commission expected to approve greater use of Renure, a product based on dung, to lower costs and boost efficiencyFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Investors call for shake-up of Europe’s ‘failed’ securitisation market
Fund managers and insurers say long-overdue reforms could unlock hundreds of billions of euros in financingFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Europe’s Moon plans at risk as Trump team reviews Nasa’s Artemis project
Programme aims to beat China in returning humans to lunar surfaceFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
The ‘west’ is over. In the Trumpian era, Europe is on its own | Alexander Hurst
Trump and JD Vance are clear: the US is no longer an ally, but an antagonist to democratic values. In 1966, after years of friction with the US over whether France should have its own independent ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
Poland’s Andrzej Duda to meet Donald Trump on Saturday– Europe live
Polish president to fly to Washington, making him the first European leader to be welcomed by Trump in the White House, reports Polish media. A 51-year-old man has been sentenced to eight years in ...The Guardian - Feb. 21
