India’s Modi Relaxes Labor Inspections, Reduces Compliance
The conservative prime minister makes it easier for businesses to comply with rigid labor laws.
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French Economy Minister Seeks to Buy Time with Deregulation
Emmanuel Macron hopes reforms will convince the EU to give France more time for deficit reduction.
Belgian Premier Unveils Labor, Pension Reforms
Charles Michel emphasizes labor and pension reforms in his first speech as prime minister.
Catalonia Drops Independence Referendum, to Call Elections
Separatists in Catalonia call off plans for an independence referendum. But not really.
Merkel Seeks Chinese Support Against Russia
Germany tries to leverage its trade relation with China to put pressure on Vladimir Putin.
Italy’s Renzi Wins Senate’s Backing for Labor Reforms
The prime minister clears one parliamentary hurdle, but must make haste.
Syrian Rebels Find Evidence of Russian Presence in Army Base
Rebels say they have found proof of a Russian intelligence or special forces presence in Syria.
Belgian Right-Wing Parties Close to Forming Government
Christian democrat, liberal and Flemish nationalist parties are expected to finalize a coalition deal.
Rousseff Closer to Reelection After First Voting Round
Brazil’s president looks more likely to be reelected but still has to see off a centrist challenger next month.
Staking Out Middle Ground, Cameron Promises Tax Relief
In his election speech, David Cameron promises his next government will cut taxes.
Afghanistan Finally Signs Security Agreement
Afghanistan’s new president ratifies a long-term security accord with the United States.
Britain’s Osborne to Freeze Benefits, Cut Pension Tax
A next Conservative government will freeze benefits for working age Britons and overhaul pensions.
French Socialists Lose Upper House Majority
It’s another setback for President François Hollande.
Britain, Denmark Join Coalition Against Islamic State
The two NATO countries join the war in Iraq, but not in Syria.
Belgium, Netherlands to Support Air Campaign in Iraq
The two European countries join the war against the Islamic State but stop short of joining airstrikes against Syria.