Thousands of farmers descended on the streets of Strasbourg and other European cities this week ahead of a key vote in the European Parliament on the controversial trade deal between the European Union and the Mercosur bloc of South American countries.

Davos is meant to be the place where the global public affairs class can compress a year of stakeholder management into five days, with a badge, a diary, and a blizzard outside. In 2026 it is also where the public language of cooperation collides with the private mechanics of leverage.

Trump secures ceasefire through dealmakers, but long term peace remains uncertain

Bayer’s crop science ambitions gain momentum as the EU eases regulation of gene edited plants, opening pathways for agricultural innovation

China is projected to grow 4.8 per cent in 2026, with export performance supporting economic expansion despite ongoing domestic challenges.

New EU rules aim to speed up and align chemical safety assessments, reducing duplication between agencies while maintaining health and environmental protections

The US House passes a defence bill locking in troop levels and funding Ukraine, signalling continued congressional support for Europe’s security.

Washington imposes travel bans on Thierry Breton and others, deepening transatlantic tensions over online regulation, free speech and tech rules.

Moscow says a new US security strategy mirrors Russian views on stability and dialogue, prompting mixed reactions across Europe and allies.

The European Commission launches a public consultation to update EU Arctic policy amid climate pressures and rising geopolitical stakes.