Europe’s recent referendum result has been met with general approval; with German chancellor Angela Merkel saying it proves “good news for Ireland and for Europe.” She explained that it boosts the process of establishing a permanent stability union in Europe, though the long-term outcome will not be apparent overnight. The Irish votes revealed their willingness…
Danish Prime Minister Calls for More Green Energy Investments, Not Less
Experts in wind-power as well as politicians throughout Europe aim to boost green energy by encouraging clearer regulations and increased investment despite the region’s continuous struggle with the debt crisis. Danish Prime Minister Helle Thorning-Schmidt opened this year’s European Wind Energy Association event, explaining that wind power should be a primary focus as a source…
Dutch Government Opposes EU Tax Plan
The Dutch government is asking the European Commission to look at other ideas rather than its proposed tax on financial trades. The Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis, the Dutch financial markets regulator AFM and the Dutch central bank have all concluded that the tax would hurt their economy. As Dutch Finance Minister Jan Kees…
Eastern European News
Lithuania Propels into Fintech
Lithuania is fast gaining a reputation for being the most accelerated Fintech hub in all of Europe. It features year-on-year 40% growth in the area as well as a burgeoning talent base and quite unique regulatory route. This has rendered it Europe’s largest e-money license issuer. As such, large names are flocking to the area…
Business in Europe: Best Countries Report
Yesterday the European Chamber (EUCHAM) put out a report of “rank[ing] and analyz[ing] all 46 European countries according to their economic environment.” In brief, it was found that the list toppers were those from the Nordic regions (Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden). Next on the list was the UK. While in general the FSU countries…
