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India and the European Union have announced the conclusion of a long-awaited free trade agreement (FTA) on January 27, 2026. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called the deal “Mother of

At a time when global trade is being redefined by shifting geopolitics, supply chain realignments, and economic uncertainty, India has landed one of its most consequential economic wins in recent history. The

Understanding the EU’s Strategy for Startups and Scaleups The European Union (EU) has long recognised the critical role startups and scaleup businesses play in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and fostering innovation

Understanding the EU’s Strategy for Startups and Scaleups The European Union (EU) has long recognised the critical role startups and scaleup businesses play in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and fostering innovation

image: ©imaginima | iStock European startup policy took centre stage in Brussels today, 26th January 2026, as founders, investors, and innovation leaders gathered for the third European Startup and Scaleup Forum Eight

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The European Union has earmarked $14 million to support Sokoto State in building stronger and more inclusive systems for identifying and assisting vulnerable families, as part of efforts to improve social protection

In the past 15 years, there have been many attempts to develop transcatheter tricuspid valve replacements. Despite intense efforts, there is no commercially available technology or a clear solution which has been

The Sakharov Fellowship 2026 is open to human rights defenders from non-EU countries, offering a unique opportunity to take part in a two-week intensive training programme in Europe. The fellowship is organised

The European Union on Wednesday announced a grant of €557 million in humanitarian aid to African countries for 2026, placing Nigeria’s North-West region among key areas of focus. The amount, which excludes