Davos is buzzing with anxiety over the impending inauguration of Donald J. Trump 2.0, as analysts debate the potential impact of his policies, particularly on Ukraine and European security. Despite Trump’s bombastic rhetoric, experts caution that his unpredictable nature makes negotiations uncertain. Russian President Putin’s aggressive stance in Ukraine poses a threat to European stability, prompting calls for increased European defense spending to counter Russian aggression and ensure a strong negotiating position.
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Von der Leyen tells Xi EU-China ties are at ‘inflection point’
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa conveyed to Chinese leader Xi Jinping that EU-China relations are at an "inflection point" due to trade imbalances and China's support for Russia amid the Ukraine war. Both sides emphasized the need for mutual solutions to longstanding issues as the summit marks 50 years of EU-China relations, overshadowed by tensions over trade and geopolitical concerns. Want More Context? 🔎
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