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Amidst Migration Wave, Slew of Central European States Reintroduce Border Controls

In a sharp reversal of trends since the COVID-19 pandemic, Central European Schengen area countries (i.e. European Union member states who have joined the visa-free and, essentially, internal border-free zone) have opted to reintroduce border controls of various intensity temporarily.

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United Kingdom and European Union Strike New Deal regarding Ireland

The European Union and United Kingdom reached a historic deal on Monday regarding post-Brexit legal issues.

Alexander Jones 11/17/22 Alexander Jones 11/17/22

Czechs Continue Checks at Slovak Border

Travelers from Slovakia are frustrated over border controls that remain in place by the Czech Republic.

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COP28 Looms: Global Climate Challenges and Funding Dilemmas Take Center Stage in Dubai Talks

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EU’s Decision on Chinese EVs and Germany’s Response

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On Friday October 4, 2024, the European Union (EU) finished voting on the proposed tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). While countries like Hungary and Germany vocally disagreed to this proposition, a majority of EU countries had already voted in favor of the tariffs. The tariffs are only the beginning of a potential long-lasting economic cold war between China and the West.

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Amidst Migration Wave, Slew of Central European States Reintroduce Border Controls

United Kingdom and European Union Strike New Deal regarding Ireland

Czechs Continue Checks at Slovak Border

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