But China and Japan, both among the world’s biggest consumer markets and exporters of shark fin, refused to green-light the plan, which needed consensus to pass. Though Belize took the unusual step of calling a vote on the matter to bypass the requirement for unanimity Monday, at the end of the eight-day ICCAT meeting, the … Read more
“I do not consider it possible to achieve those goals within the timeframe we have set. It’s greatly challenging — without having made progress on major issues related to competitiveness,” Christodoulides said without elaborating, according to the report. Nearly 200 countries are gathered in Baku, with a primary goal of agreeing on a new target … Read more
Finally, following years of negotiations, the Labour administration announced on Oct. 3 that — after more than half a century — it would give up sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, albeit with carve-outs to protect the U.K./U.S. airbase on Diego Garcia. Looking back, Sands sees Britain’s EU departure as a major contributor. “Brexit … Read more
The UK Foreign Office has recently revised its travel advice to issue a warning for a popular holiday destination among Brits. Those seeking to bask in some winter sun are now being advised to avoid one hotspot that had long been considered a safe destination: Cyprus. Recent updates from the UK Foreign Office indicate that … Read more
Cyprus has an average temperature of around 26C in October during the day, and the sea temperature is also still warm, averaging 24C, which makes it the perfect Mediterrean destination to visit during the autumn and winter months. In particular Paphos is a fantastic destination with history, great dining and beautiful scenery, as well as … Read more
“The Parliament and the Council have not established that they had sufficient information at their disposal when that measure was adopted to enable them to assess its proportionality,” the Court of Justice of the EU found. The truck return obligation was, by far, the most controversial part of the Mobility Package reforms, which introduced new … Read more
In a non-binding vote in July, only Cyprus, Hungary, Malta and Slovakia voted against the measures, which are meant to counter unfair Chinese state subsidies for its EV sector. | Adek Berry/AFP via Getty Images The surprise German nein might sway other EU countries to follow suit, though Berlin would need to convince 13 other … Read more
A BRITISH tourist is fighting for his life after plunging 10ft from a balcony. The 56-year-old tried to jump off a ledge into a swimming pool at his villa but ended up crashing onto the pavement below before being quickly rushed to hospital in a serious condition. 1 A Brit is fighting for his life … Read more
After a ‘will she, won’t she’ few days, Ursula von der Leyen is on Tuesday set to unveil her top team at the European Commission. But who will get which portfolio? Stay with POLITICO for updates on the big announcement and for instant analysis of what it all means. Read original article here Denial of … Read more
A travel influencer who’s journeyed across Greece, Albania and various other European treasures has unveiled her top pick for an autumn getaway. The sun-soaked paradise offers temperatures of up to 27°C in October and even 23°C in November. With its golden beaches and crystal-clear waters, it’s the perfect destination for Brits not ready to say … Read more
