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Ursula von der Leyen has been approved by the European Parliament for her second term as President of the European Commission, with the new 27-member team set to take office on December 1.
The European Commission is assessing whether Apple’s iPadOS complies with the EU’s Digital Markets Act, which could lead to significant changes for users and potential penalties for Apple.
Experts warn that the European Commission’s plan to impose duties on Chinese electric vehicles could harm EU citizens and backfire on Europe’s automotive industry.
The European Commission proposes €119.7 million in financial support to farmers in five countries affected by severe weather, signaling EU solidarity in combating climate challenges.
The European Commission is launching a €2 million project to address long COVID, focusing on defining the condition, developing surveillance, and supporting patients across EU member states.
Daniel Gros, director of the Centre for European Policy Studies, says the European Commission is likely to approve tariffs on Chinese EVs, but notes the impact may be limited due to China’s cost advantages.
China reacts strongly to the European Commission’s proposed tariffs on its electric vehicles, accusing the EU of undermining fair competition under the guise of defending fairness.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang congratulated Ursula von der Leyen on her reelection as President of the European Commission, highlighting China’s commitment to stronger China-EU ties and joint global efforts.