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We promote European products by encouraging consumers to Buy European alternatives of beloved products around the globe. #BuyEuropean

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 4

In this thread, we will dive in the "Why?" of why YOU should be buying European alternatives to global brands.

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Apr 10

Norway Fears Trump will seize billions in Norwegian oil fund 🇳🇴🇪🇺

Concerns such as these will
Inevitably move European funds back to Europe

#europe
#buyfromeu

Frykter Trump beslaglegger norske oljefondmilliarder

Tidligere sjeføkonom advarer om at deler av Oljefondets enorme formue kan bli fryst i USA.

e24-no.translate.goog

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Apr 8

European money will stay in Europe this year, and for the foreseeable future 🇪🇺

Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Apr 8

'March to independence': Christine Lagarde wants EU to ditch Visa, Mastercard for own platform - “Visa, MasterCard, PayPal and Alipay are all controlled by American or Chinese companies. We should make sure there is a European offer.”

#buyfromeu
#buyeuropean

'March to independence': Christine Lagarde wants EU to ditch Visa, Mastercard for own platform

Speaking on The Pat Kenny Show, Lagarde underscored Europe’s dependence on foreign digital payment infrastructure. “Visa, MasterCard, PayPal and Alipay are all controlled by American or Chinese compan...

www.businesstoday.in

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 24

While not directly related to the EU, this article is a must read for anyone questioning the need for European strength.

The Trump Administration Accidentally Texted Me Its War Plans

U.S. national-security leaders included me in a group chat about upcoming military strikes in Yemen. I didn’t think it could be real. Then the bombs started falling.

www.theatlantic.com

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 24

#GoLocal

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 18

3/3: The state emphasizes the importance of technological independence and data security, advocating for open-source software as the standard in digitalized administration.

More and more actions point to a resilient and independent Europe 🇪🇺

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 18

2/3: This initiative promotes public access to software improvements and sets a strong example for other public administrations.

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 18

1/3: 🇩🇪 Schleswig-Holstein is migrating 30,000 PCs from Microsoft Office/365 to LibreOffice! The move aims to boost digital sovereignty and reduce reliance on non-European tech giants. #OpenSource #europe #buyfromeu

Updates on Schleswig-Holstein moving to LibreOffice - The Document Foundation Blog

Nearly a year ago, we posted about the German state of Schleswig-Holstein’s plan to move 30,000 PCs from Microsoft Office/365 to LibreOffice. Now, Stephane Fermigier from EuroStack – which promotes Eu...

blog.documentfoundation.org

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 14

Portugal 🇵🇹 has cancelled the order for F-35s from the US 🇺🇸, currently looking at alternatives from France and Sweden. 🇪🇺

#BuyFromEU
#BuyLocal

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 12

And thus it has begun… 🇪🇺 Buy Local, European goods! 🇪🇺 They’re mostly better quality, anyway…

#europe
#BuyFromEU

www.euronews.com

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 12

“European NATO members have placed about two-thirds of their orders with U.S. companies in recent years”

EU chief says member countries must use a new defense loan to buy European, not American

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says EU countries must purchase military equipment made in Europe under a new loan plan meant to help the continent provide for its own security

www.independent.co.uk

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 9

This is one of the reasons, but not the only one, why the EU needs to regain its footing. Europe cannot rely on unreliable partners.

🪖MilitaryNewsUA🇺🇦 @militarynewsua.bsky.social · Mar 9

❗️The 🇪🇺EU is in talks with four European satellite internet operators to replace 🇺🇸Starlink in the 🇺🇦Ukrainian defense forces.

Negotiations are underway with four major satellite operators: Luxembourg's SES, Spain's Hisdesat, Britain's Viasat and the Franco-British Eutelsat/OneWeb.

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 9

Bye bye Tesla, indeed

Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 9

Real in the fact that we are here to promote the movement and its principles! This account is not directly associated with reddit though..

Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 7

The bigger outlets are picking the movement up! Great news:)

Euronews @euronews.com · Mar 7

Group members hope the boycott can effectively pressure the US administration, and use the platform to share alternative buying options.

#EuropeNews

Swedes launch boycott of US goods in response to recent policy shifts

Group members hope the boycott can effectively pressure the US administration, and use the platform to share alternative buying options.

l.euronews.com

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 7

This is no longer a want, it’s a necessity. Lets support our EU neighbours 🇪🇺

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 7

You as well! Remember, this is a marathon, not a sprint ;)

Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 7

Only by staying together can we prosper.

#rearmeurope
#buyeuropean

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 4

Tesla's Model Y registrations dropped by 46% in Europe last month, while Volkswagen's ID.4 and ID.7 saw significant gains. Chinese EV brands are also making inroads. #EVMarket #Tesla #Volkswagen

Overall, some positive news for this wild week

Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 4

Despite a 2% drop in overall vehicle registrations in Europe, electric vehicle sales soared by 37% year-over-year. The Volkswagen ID.4 led the charge! 🌍🔋 #ElectricVehicles #SustainableFuture"

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 4

#EU cars are on the upswing! The Volkswagen ID.4 topped Tesla's Model Y as the best-selling EV in Europe last month, with a 195% surge in registrations. 📈 #EVRevolution #VolkswagenID4

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 4

Lets #buyeuropean #buyfromeu #boycottusa

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 4

Finally, EU companies must adhere to EU regulation, which will ensure higher standards of consumer protection, worker rights, and environmental sustainability. While foreign companies working within the EU also are subject to regulations, experience shows that they opt to ignore & pay fines

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Buy European @buyfromeu.bsky.social · Mar 4

Another added benefit is sustainability! Local products have a smaller carbon footprint due to reduced transportation distances. This also usually means that they are cheaper if they have economies of scale!

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