The making of ‘Made in Europe’

“Made in Europe” is finally here.

After four delays and fierce internal battles, the European Commission unveils its Industrial Accelerator Act — a plan aimed at challenging China’s dominance in clean tech and tilting public procurement toward EU-made products.

Ian Wishart and senior finance reporter Kathryn Carlson break down what the push really means: Who stands to benefit, who fears creeping protectionism, and whether Brussels is turning inward at a fragile moment for global trade.

Meanwhile, the Iran war is already pushing up gas prices and shipping insurance costs — and splitting Europe’s far right.

Plus: The EU manages to mess up its translator exam … again.

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