EU's Juncker survives confidence vote over tax scandal
Jean-Claude Juncker sailed through a European Parliament no confidence vote over the "Luxleaks" tax scandal Thursday, but the European Commission chief still faces awkward questions just a month into his new job.
Nov 27, 2014, 18:26 PM IST
EU`s Juncker faces confidence vote
The European Parliament holds a confidence vote Thursday on Jean-Claude Juncker and his entire Commission over the "Luxleaks" tax scandal, in a symbolic but still damaging move less than a month into his five-year mandate.
Nov 27, 2014, 15:52 PM IST
Juncker unveils giant plan to `kickstart` Europe economy
European Commission chief Jean-Claude Juncker unveiled a huge 315-billion euro investment plan Wednesday to "kickstart" the stalling economy, saying it would show the world that Europe is back in business.
Nov 26, 2014, 19:37 PM IST
EU unveils details of Juncker investment plan
The European Union unveiled details of an eagerly awaited 300-billion-euro investment plan to boost the continent`s flatlining economy on Tuesday on the eve of a formal announcement by new Commission chief Jean-Claude Juncker.
Nov 26, 2014, 10:35 AM IST
EU's Juncker to unveil giant investment plan on Wednesday
Juncker will present details of the ambitious plan to a session of the European Parliament, which is sitting in Strasbourg, France, at 9am, the official parliamentary schedule said.
Nov 21, 2014, 08:13 AM IST
EU to use `LuxLeaks` documents in tax probe
The EU said Thursday it will use the so-called "LuxLeaks" documents to decide whether to widen its probe into Luxembourg`s tax deals, in a row that has embroiled new European Commission head Jean-Claude Juncker.
Nov 20, 2014, 22:31 PM IST
The $375 billion Europe wants to invest but doesn't have
New European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker is preparing a 300 billion euro ($375 billion) investment plan he will present as a cornerstone of efforts to revive an ailing economy.
Nov 18, 2014, 19:57 PM IST
EU's Juncker defends position, urges global tax evasion fight
Tax is a key issue at this weekend`s gathering of world leaders in the sun-baked Australian city, with the host country Friday vowing a "very aggressive" crackdown on tax avoidance.
Nov 15, 2014, 09:07 AM IST
G20 set for 'very aggressive' crackdown on tax avoidance
Closing corporate tax loopholes and endorsing a common reporting standard to increase transparency are set to be a primary focus of the G20 summit in Brisbane this weekend.
Nov 14, 2014, 15:44 PM IST
EU vows tax reform as Juncker heads to G20
The European Commission unveiled a new push to fight tax evasion on Thursday as questions lingered over Commission head Jean-Claude Juncker`s role in enabling companies to pay less tax during his 19 years as Luxembourg premier.
Nov 13, 2014, 23:13 PM IST
G20 host Australia slams corporate tax 'theft'
Australia has enthusiastically backed calls to close corporate tax loopholes in its role as host of this weekend`s G20 summit in Brisbane, making it a primary focus of the meeting.
Nov 13, 2014, 13:38 PM IST
Juncker says no 'conflict of interest' over Luxembourg tax breaks
European Commission head Jean-Claude Juncker said Wednesday he faced no conflict of interest in his new post over investigations into huge tax breaks agreed with top international firms when he was Luxembourg premier.
Nov 12, 2014, 18:36 PM IST
Juncker's new EU Commission takes office
The new European Commission led by EU veteran Jean-Claude Juncker formally took office on Saturday, promising to "get down to work" as Europe faces a host of political and economic challenges.
Nov 01, 2014, 15:46 PM IST
EU`s Juncker gets green light for new team
The EU`s Jean-Claude Juncker won parliamentary approval Wednesday for his new team of commissioners, allowing them to start work next month on reviving the economy and tackling challenges on the continent`s borders.
Oct 22, 2014, 21:05 PM IST
Juncker on track to win approval for new EU executive
The EU`s incoming chief executive Jean-Claude Juncker appeared on track Tuesday to win formal approval for his new team that will have to tackle Europe`s economic and foreign policy challenges.
Oct 21, 2014, 20:03 PM IST
EU's Juncker faces make-or-break week
With the eurozone on the verge of a new crisis, the risk of spillover from turmoil in the Middle East, and relations with Russia still tense over Ukraine, Europe is under pressure from all sides to act.
Oct 19, 2014, 08:38 AM IST
EU`s Juncker warns of delay over rejected commissioner
The EU`s incoming leader Jean-Claude Juncker set up a high-stakes fight with the European Parliament Thursday, warning that the start of his team`s five-year mandate may be delayed if lawmakers reject one of his commissioners.
Oct 09, 2014, 18:16 PM IST
Juncker's new EU Commission may miss Nov start date: Source
The new EU Commission led by Jean-Claude Juncker may miss the official November 1 start of its five-year mandate after the European Parliament rejected Slovenia`s commissioner.
Oct 09, 2014, 16:11 PM IST
EU`s Juncker suffers blow as first commissioner rejected
Incoming EU chief Jean-Claude Juncker suffered the first casualty from his new team Wednesday after the Brussels parliament overwhelmingly rejected Slovenia`s commissioner.
Oct 09, 2014, 00:56 AM IST
EU's Juncker in bitter battle for new team
A bitter battle between right-wing and left-wing parties during confirmation hearings for the incoming European Commission could force Juncker to reshuffle the pack that will lead Brussels for the next five years.
Oct 03, 2014, 09:08 AM IST
