EU capitals
Coverage of EU capitals in the Nexus archive.
- Commission eyes changes to big business tax to unlock budget deal
The European Commission is considering scaling back a tax on large businesses (CORE) to secure a budget deal, including exempting less profitable firms and raising thresholds for small and medium-sized enterprises. Critics argue these changes may not resolve resistance from EU capitals and business groups, which oppose the tax on competitiveness and fairness grounds.
- EU Commission weighs seconding officials to work in other countries
The European Commission is proposing to station officials in EU capitals, accelerate recruitment, and prepare for AI integration as part of a comprehensive workplace review aimed at improving efficiency and attractiveness. The reforms, part of a 20-year first review, address growing demands like trade tensions and support for Ukraine, with final recommendations due by 2026.
- Brussels heads for another spat with EU capitals in bid to rein in electricity bills
A draft proposal aims to grant the EU executive sweeping powers to reform the European electricity network, potentially sparking conflict with EU capitals. Brussels is poised to clash with member states over efforts to rein in electricity bills through centralized reforms.