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In 2024, European Union countries have allocated over 23 billion euros in military aid to Ukraine. This is more than the 20 billion euros allocated last year.

Research shows that plastic recycling is hardly increasing, despite the increase in its production. In 2022, only 9.5% of new plastic was made from recycled materials.

Ukraine is preparing a draft law to legalize virtual assets, which is based on the European MiCA directive. The NSSMC, together with the NBU, are working on the document to protect investors.

Kaja Kallas stated that the EU still lacks clarity on the forces needed to guarantee Ukraine's security. She emphasized the importance of increasing pressure on Russia.

Ukraine is ready to provide the EU with information on the involvement of sanctioned individuals in financing Russian aggression. This was stated by Stefanishyna during a meeting of the European Commission's Working Group.

The Chinese leader will visit three Southeast Asian countries to strengthen economic ties. The visit takes place against the background of trade tensions between the USA and China.

EU representatives plan to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in July to discuss trade. This comes amid trade tensions between the US and China.

Great Britain and France are planning to increase military support for Ukraine. In particular, security guarantees and the restoration of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are being considered.

Ukraine and Belgium will cooperate in the defense sector and increase joint production. The parties also discussed sanctions against Russia and Ukraine's European integration.

Ukraine is preparing new sanctions packages against Russia, including against the shadow tanker fleet. The sanctions are aimed at stopping the financing of the war and will be synchronized with partners.

The Special Tribunal regarding aggression against Ukraine will not try Putin, Mishustin, and Lavrov in absentia while they are in power. An absentia trial is possible only after Putin's resignation.

EU institutions have reached an agreement on the first law on soil, which provides for a five-level assessment of their condition. A public list of contaminated sites and the "polluter pays" principle will also be created.

The US and China are fighting for rare earth metals, affecting economic stability. Ukraine and the US are working on an agreement to jointly protect minerals.

Trump's decision to suspend tariff increases was positively received in Europe and Asia. Uncertainty remains, keeping the world on edge, but there is hope for economic prudence.

The plant, which is part of the Russian military-industrial complex, was damaged. Ukraine, the EU, the US, Britain, Japan and Switzerland have imposed sanctions against the plant for supporting the war.

From April, entrance to museums and archaeological sites in Greece will become more expensive, with a ticket to the Acropolis costing 30 euros. Free admission for EU citizens under 25 years of age remains.

Tomorrow, technical consultations will take place in Washington with teams from the Ministries of Justice and Economy. Any agreement cannot harm Ukraine's goals regarding the EU.

Next week, Hungary will begin sending out ballots for a survey of citizens regarding support for Ukraine's membership in the EU. The Hungarian government continues to express concern about this issue.

Putin's spokesman said that the Kremlin will "protect" its frozen assets. He added that some EU countries are against using them for the reconstruction of Ukraine.

The European Union is suspending planned counter-tariffs on American goods for 90 days. This happened after the US announced a moratorium on tariffs for negotiations.

Ukraine is sending a working group to the US to negotiate a minerals agreement, seeking greater investment. Shmyhal emphasized that the agreement will not harm European integration.

Ukrainian carriers will continue not to require permits. Exports to the EU increased by 42%, imports to Ukraine increased by 37%.

Ursula von der Leyen announced her readiness for negotiations with the US for seamless trade. The EU is diversifying its partnership with countries that make up 87% of world trade.

China and the European Union discussed strengthening economic cooperation in response to US tariffs. The discussion concerned the resumption of negotiations on trade preferences and prices for electric vehicles.

The US President announced his readiness to meet with the Chinese President. This is happening against the backdrop of escalating trade tensions and rising tariffs between the countries.

Péter Szijjártó stated that Hungary may support sanctions against Russia if Trump punishes Putin for disrupting the peace agreement on Ukraine. Budapest considers the current sanctions ineffective.

Moving iPhone production to the US will triple its cost due to labor costs and the reproduction of the production ecosystem. Apple shares fell due to concerns about duties.

The European Union is likely to terminate the anti-crisis measures for the Ukrainian economy on June 5. The reason was the protests of farmers and governments of a number of EU countries due to the influx of cheap Ukrainian products.

The PACE resolution emphasizes that the agreement between Kyiv and Washington regarding resources must comply with the course of European integration. Any agreement must not violate the economic sovereignty of Ukraine.

PACE adopted a resolution on Russia's responsibility for aggression, including the creation of a special tribunal and compensation. It also calls for increased sanctions against the Russian Federation and its accomplices.