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November 23, 2025 at 5:29 AM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

In Brussels on Friday delegations from
Cover 60 nations convened to strengthen EU- Indo Pacific ties.

My piece for @cna-poster.bsky.social

m.youtube.com/watch?v=yiP0ck…

November 23, 2025 at 5:24 AM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

Food for thought!

Despite being the world’s biggest producer of meat per capita, Denmark has embarked on a bold journey to tackle climate change through plant-based diplomacy.

Our piece for @cna-poster.bsky.social

www.channelnewsasia.com/world/denmar...

Denmark’s US$200m plan to train chefs in plant-based cuisine, tackle climate change

A new generation of chefs are being trained under the country’s national plan to make sustainable eating the norm.

Ukraine says Russia took 20 000 children during war

November 20, 2025 at 3:21 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

According to the Ukrainian authorities nearly 20,000 children have been abducted by Russia. More than 1,700 have been returned and health experts say the experience has caused severe psychological impacts.

My piece for @sabcnews.bsky.social

www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMjS...

YouTube video by SABC News

Exclusive : EU Lawmaker Lukas mandl Speaks to AsiaOne | William Denselow

November 10, 2025 at 3:46 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

Our interview with MEP Lukas Mandl who recently led a delegation to Pakistan:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=WN-T...

YouTube video by Asiaonenews

The Netherlands head to the polls with migration and housing on agenda

November 10, 2025 at 10:39 AM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

It's election day in the Netherlands. Our piece on the issues and what the makeup of the next government could look like:

newseu.cgtn.com/news/2025-10...

The election is on Wednesday following the collapse of the ruling coalition in June.

newseu.cgtn.com

October 29, 2025 at 11:32 AM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

The International Court of Justice has ruled Israel cannot use starvation as a method of warfare, my update from the Hague: news.cgtn.com/news/2025-10...

ICJ on Israel's Actions in Gaza: International Court of Justice: Israel obligated to facilitate entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza

The International Court of Justice has ruled Israel cannot use starvation as a method of warfare and must ensure the basic needs of the people in Gaza are met. The advisory opinion issued by the Unite...

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October 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

The European Commissioner for trade says he'll hold face to face talks with his Chinese counterpart in the coming days as the two sides seek to address tensions over the export of rare earth minerals. My update for @cna-poster.bsky.social

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EU trade commissioner to speak with Chinese commerce minister; rare earths to top agenda

EU says trade deficit with Beijing at 'unsustainable' inflection point

October 22, 2025 at 4:51 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

After an inter-parliamentary meeting, a delegation from the European Parliament warned that the trade imbalance with China has reached an unsustainable inflection point.

My piece for @cna-poster.bsky.social

www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/eu-say...

The European Union has warned that the trade imbalance with China has reached an unsustainable inflection point. Both sides called for increased dialogue to address bilateral challenges, after holding...

NATO looks to boost drone defences, ramp up support for Ukraine

October 17, 2025 at 4:41 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

How does NATO seek to ramp up support for Ukraine and counter drone threats in Europe? My update for @cna-poster.bsky.social :
www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/nato-l...

United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has warned Russia of "costs" if the Ukraine war does not end. Hegseth urged NATO allies to boost funding and firepower for Kyiv, while the alliance also rol...

NATO unites on bolstering Ukraine defenses ahead of Zelenskyy-Trump meeting

October 17, 2025 at 6:33 AM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

NATO’s Sec-Gen says the alliance will expand and accelerate its counter drone programs and will work in conjunction with the EU’s drone defence initiative.
My update for @scrippsnews.bsky.social from NATO HQ.

www.scrippsnews.com/world/europe...

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said Wednesday that more firepower is headed to Ukraine, as NATO allies intensify efforts to bolster the country’s defenses against Russia.

www.scrippsnews.com

October 15, 2025 at 8:56 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

Our update from Charles de Gaulle airport in Paris last night shortly before the body of late South African ambassador Nathi Mthethwa was repatriated back home.
For @sabcnews.bsky.social

m.youtube.com/watch?v=_3yO...

Nathi Mthethwa | Mthethwa's remains leaving France tonight: William Denselow

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October 10, 2025 at 8:37 AM

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The EU announced today it would double its tariffs on steel to 50 percent, in line with US levels, in a bid to bring the Trump administration to the negotiating table and hammer out a deal to get them back down again.

EU to set 50 percent steel tariff as opening bid to Trump

The proposal is meant as a “stepping stone” for a better deal with the United States, which also charges 50 percent on all steel.

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October 7, 2025 at 4:20 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

The family of the late South African Ambassador to France Nathi Mthethwa says his remains will be repatriated later this week.
My update for @sabcnews.bsky.social

www.youtube.com/watch?v=LsHr...

Nathi Mthethwa's remains will be repatriated later this week - William Denselow reports

YouTube video by SABC News

Denmark urges EU leaders to step up response to Russia's 'hybrid war'

October 7, 2025 at 7:51 AM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

Our wrap from yesterday’s informal meeting of European leaders. The drone wall, support for Ukraine and broader security needs were the focus.

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EU Summit: Leaders convene to discuss boost in funds for defence, support for Ukraine

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October 2, 2025 at 5:26 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

Denmark says Europe is facing a hybrid war and the greatest security challenge since the second world war. My update from the meeting of European leaders in Copenhagen for @cna-poster.bsky.social

www.youtube.com/watch?v=tM_G...

Russia denies involvement after Denmark shuts two airports over drone incursions

October 1, 2025 at 3:22 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

The European Commission says recent drone incursions, including those in Denmark, point to "one aggressor- Russia." Moscow denies responsibility.
My update for @cna-poster.bsky.social

www.youtube.com/watch?v=OF7P...

Europe unveils groundbreaking new supercomputer

September 25, 2025 at 3:38 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

Europe now boasts one of the world's most powerful supercomputers. Our piece on what it is and what impact it could have: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hgj...

YouTube video by CGTN Europe

Trump policies spark fears of US losing scientific edge as EU courts researchers

September 17, 2025 at 12:57 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

One year since the Draghi report and efforts are ongoing by the EU to close the global competitiveness gap. My piece on how Europe could benefit from a potential U.S. brain drain:

www.channelnewsasia.com/world/usa-br...

Spending cuts at academic institutions and tighter restrictions on foreign students could undermine the US’ standing as a leading destination for researchers and scientists.

EU metals sector awaits clarity on framework trade agreement with US

September 16, 2025 at 2:40 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

A sector at a crossroads. US tariffs, bumpy consumer demand, competition from China and uncertainty over the EU’s environmental regulations all seen as headwinds Europe’s automakers at this year’s #IAAmobility expo in Munich.

September 8, 2025 at 4:40 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

A framework trade deal is done with the U.S. but plenty of uncertainty remains for critical sectors like European metal. Our piece for @cna-poster.bsky.social

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EU and U.S. lay out framework of trade agreement

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September 5, 2025 at 8:53 AM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

We have a joint statement between the EU and US on trade. My quick update on what it means: newseu.cgtn.com/news/2025-08...

Details of the deal that was brokered between Ursula von der Leyen and Donald Trump in July.

newseu.cgtn.com

August 22, 2025 at 6:59 AM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

Europe's semiconductor sector is bracing for the impact of U.S. tariffs. Our piece: america.cgtn.com/2025/08/13/e...

EU, Global chipmakers brace for Trump’s 100 percent semiconductor tariffs

Computer chip makers are bracing for a period of uncertainty following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 100% tariff on non-American semi-conductor chips. European officials hope t…

america.cgtn.com

August 14, 2025 at 8:40 AM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

EU foreign ministers are meeting to discuss the upcoming Trump-Putin meeting. My update:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=PON8...

EU foreign ministers to hold emergency meeting on Ukraine ahead of Trump-Putin talks

Trump tariffs: EU delays planned retaliatory tariffs on US$107b worth of American goods

August 11, 2025 at 3:38 PM

Will Denselow

@willdenze.bsky.social

The EU has paused its retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. but still no sign of a joint statement as trade talks continue.

www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/trump-...

The European Union has placed planned countermeasures against US tariffs on ice for half a year to allow for more trade negotiations. The delay affects around US$107 billion worth of American goods, r...