In today’s edition of The Capitals, read about how Germany has become Europe’s top defence spender according to SIPRI arms data, Meloni’s push for a mediator role following the Vatican funeral, and so much more.
The Financial Transaction Tax introduced in April, charges 0.4% on certain financial transactions and 0.8% on cash withdrawals to help reduce the public finance deficit.
The European vegetable oil and protein meal industry plays an essential role in the EU food system: crushing and refining both EU-grown and imported raw materials into safe, high-quality products, the sector processes about 86% of EU oilseed production.
Centrist Szymon Hołownia came under fire after images of him snapping photos with his mobile while walking through St. Peter’s Square with other Polish officials went viral.
Though the result is not the FPÖ’s strongest showing in Vienna – it won 30% in 2015 – the party’s strong finish underscores its ability to bounce back from scandal.