European Commission

European institution setting EU policy on border security, financial regulation, trade agreements, and international relations.

2018-06-082026-08-21

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August 2026
4 AugThe Namibian
European Commission called for stronger borders after Ceuta migrant crossings
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“European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for "united action" on border security after the chaotic influx of tens of thousands of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta last week.”
EU calls for stronger borders after Ceuta migrant crossings
July 2026
6 JulInformanté
European Commission adopted Delegated Regulations (EU) 2026/46 and (EU) 2026/83 amending anti-money laundering framework
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“The updated list was adopted by the European Commission through Delegated Regulations (EU) 2026/46 and (EU) 2026/83, which amend the bloc's broader regulatory framework for combating financial crime.”
Namibia remains on EU money-laundering watchlist
February 2026
18 FebThe Namibian
European Commission participated in announcing the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement at the 16th Summit
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“Announced at the 16th India–European Union Summit by Narendra Modi, prime minister of India, and Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, the agreement brings together two of the world's largest economic powers – India, now the fourth-largest economy, and the European Union, the second-largest.”
Statement by Rahul Shrivastava, high commissioner of India to Namibia, on India’s expanding trade partnerships and implications for Namibia
17 FebNew Era
European Commission is not becoming member of Board of Peace
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“Let me stress that the European Commission is not becoming a member of the Board of Peace," EU spokesman Guillaume Mercier said.”
EU to take part in Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’
6 FebThe Namibian
European Commission officially greenlit expanded cumulation rules for the Southern African Customs Union
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“Businesses will now easily qualify for duty-free access to European markets after the European Commission officially greenlit expanded cumulation rules for the Southern African Customs Union (Sacu).”
New rules clear path for duty-free Namibian exports to EU

World & Region

EU calls for stronger borders after Ceuta migrant crossings

The News

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called for "united action" on border security following the influx of tens of thousands of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, with Spain estimating about 69,500 migrants have now returned to Morocco. The incident has strained EU relations, prompting Italy to temporarily suspend the Schengen arrangement with Spain, and triggering emergency talks among EU interior ministers.

4 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 4 August

EU calls for stronger borders after Ceuta migrant crossings
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called for "united action" on border security following the influx of tens of thousands of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, with Spain estimating about 69,500 migrants have now returned to Morocco. The incident has strained EU relations, prompting Italy to temporarily suspend the Schengen arrangement with Spain, and triggering emergency talks among EU interior ministers.
4 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 6 July

Namibia remains on EU anti-money laundering watchlist
The European Union has kept Namibia on its list of high-risk jurisdictions with strategic deficiencies in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing frameworks. The designation requires EU banks and financial institutions to apply enhanced due diligence measures when dealing with individuals, companies and transactions linked to Namibia, and will affect cross-border banking and investment processes.
6 July 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 18 February

India-EU trade deal signals opportunities for Namibia partnership
India's high commissioner says the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement demonstrates India's capacity for balanced trade partnerships and positions India to engage constructively with Africa. He notes that India and the Southern African Customs Union, with Namibia as coordinator, are negotiating a preferential trade agreement that could increase bilateral trade by 40–60% and benefit Namibian exports of minerals, energy and agricultural products.
18 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 17 February

EU sends envoy to Trump's Board of Peace, withholding membership
The European Union will participate in the inaugural meeting of US President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" this week through a commissioner representing the EU's position on Gaza, but Brussels clarified it is not joining as a member. Some EU states have raised concerns about the board's expanding scope and governance, questioning its compatibility with the UN Charter.
17 February 2026 · New Era →

Friday 6 February

EU expands cumulation rules for duty-free Sacu exports
The European Commission has approved expanded cumulation rules for the Southern African Customs Union, allowing member states to treat materials and labour from partner countries as local origin. This simplifies qualification for duty-free access to European markets, as Sacu exporters can now incorporate materials from other SADC states, African, Caribbean and Pacific partners, or EU territories in their products without losing preferential status.
6 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 21 January

Trump doubles down on Greenland acquisition, threatens tariffs on Europe
US president Donald Trump has reiterated his intent to acquire Greenland, warning "there is no going back" and threatening 10% tariffs on eight European countries and 200% tariffs on French wine if they oppose the takeover. European leaders including French president Macron and EU Commission president Von der Leyen have rejected the proposal as a violation of Greenland and Denmark's sovereignty, with Macron calling for "respect to bullies" and the "rule of law to brutality."
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →