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Bulgaria and 13 EU Nations Rally for Increased Defense Financing from European Investment Bank
Amid growing concerns over security threats posed by Russian aggression, Bulgaria and a coalition of 13 other European Union countries have urged the European Investment Bank (EIB) to bolster defense financing. The call, joined by powerhouse nations Germany and France, aims to enhance the bloc's defense capabilities in response to escalating tensions, as reported by Bloomberg.
Mitsotakis, other EU leaders to talk migration in Cairo Sunday
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, along with five more European leaders, will travel to Cairo Sunday.
The other leaders are European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer and the Prime Ministers of Belgium, Alexander De Croo, and Italy, Giorgia Meloni.
Farmers' Fury: Eggs, Stones, and Chaos Unleashed at European Parliament
In a substantial protest on Thursday, farmers unleashed chaos near the European Parliament, pelting eggs and stones at the iconic building. The demonstration, fueled by grievances over taxes and escalating costs, turned volatile as fires ignited in the vicinity.
Deputy PM Gabriel: Belgian Presidency Backs Bulgaria's Schengen Aspirations
Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister Mariya Gabriel has announced significant progress in Bulgaria's bid to join the Schengen Area during her discussions with Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo. Gabriel emphasized the backing received from the Belgian Presidency of the EU, ensuring that the Schengen issue remains a top priority.
Vučić: Tonight tête-à-tête with Macron VIDEO
Tonight's meeting with the President of France is scheduled for 8:15 p.m., and Vui expressed great gratitude that, in addition to all the other participants, Macron took the time for a tête-à-tête meeting with him, adding that he will invite French President to visit Belgrade.
Vučić at the Paris Peace Forum: A series of good talks PHOTO/VIDEO
Vui pointed out on his Instagram profile that he had a number of good meetings and conversations.
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Vucic attends Belgian panel, royal reception in Davos
DAVOS - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic attended on Tuesday in Davos a panel on strengthening the European industry, organised by Belgian PM Alexander De Croo, and an official reception hosted by Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde.
De Croo said he was honoured the panel was attended by Vucic, among others.
The Proposed Idea of Asylum in Belgium for Catalan Leader Puigdemont is not on the Table
The Belgian Prime Minister Charles Michel dismissed the suggestion by Belgium's Secretary of State for Asylum and Migration, Theo Franken, that the country could give political asylum to the leader of the Catalan separatists, Carles Puigdemont, in front of RTBF TV.