U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai will inform lawmakers that the Biden administration is reviewing U.S. trade defense tools to address threats from China’s trade policies, including a review of tariffs on Chinese imports. The administration is also focusing on reducing dependence on China in supply chains and prioritizing labor standards in trade negotiations.
Spanish airlines are expecting a record summer season, adding 13% more seats compared to last year, with up to 758,000 flights scheduled from April to October. Despite inflation, consumer demand for leisure travel remains strong, especially to popular Spanish destinations like the Canary Islands and Andalusia. Only 0.2% of flights departing from Spain have Israel as a destination, minimizing the impact of the Middle East conflict on the airline industry. Airlines are prepared for potential oil price increases due to geopolitical tensions.
The European Parliament has been instrumental in enacting reforms to enhance the lives of people in Europe, including managing the COVID-19 pandemic by endorsing the Recovery and Resilience Mechanism and contributing to the NextGenerationEU financial plan. Key achievements also include advancements in Green and Digital Transitions, implementing measures for health, welfare, and daily experiences of EU citizens, and supporting young people through initiatives like the European Year of Skills.