Europe: European political realignment accompanies Germany-France car deal
Opposition to Ukraine aid, rightward electoral drift, and ECB pressure mark continental shifts
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What happened
Germany and France reached a car deal described as positive for motorists and jobs. 15 Alice Weidel, a leading German opposition figure, opposes her country's support for Ukraine and condemns increased spending. 310 Spain's election tracker suggests the country may move to the right in November's vote. 6
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ECB President Christine Lagarde states the global economy has proven resilient but urges a return to openness, predictability, and rule of law in international economic relations. 5 Italy secured an EU agreement to lower electricity prices, providing a political boost for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni amid elevated fossil fuel costs. 11
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ECB interest rate hikes are placing Europe's real estate recovery under renewed scrutiny, creating both headwinds and opportunities for investors. 12 Germany's target to field a collaborative combat aircraft by 2029 is now uncertain after the country changed its approach to acquiring MQ-28 drone wingmen. 18
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