Evgenia Filimianova

The European Union is stepping up efforts to combat drug trafficking through stronger law enforcement cooperation and tighter port security.

The bulletin said recruiters typically start with casual discussions before seeking information about government contacts or military activities.

The European Commission is expected to make an initial decision by July 7.

The OECD forecasts that if energy disruptions persist, global growth will slow to 2.1 percent in 2026 and 1.8 percent in 2027.

The group found that China’s state-owned enterprises received disproportionately high levels of government support.

Higher energy prices and supply disruptions were driving inflation higher while slowing factory growth.

The guidance comes amid broader debate over Nvidia chip sales to China and U.S. efforts to protect advanced semiconductor technology.

Semiconductors remained the key engine of Taiwan’s economy, driving a sharp increase in manufacturing production at the start of 2026.

A sharp drop in exports weighed on France’s economy, with overseas sales falling 3.8 percent in the first quarter.

The appointment comes as CBS pushes to expand and reach digital audiences.