The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Thursday warned Greek Cyprus not to commission hydrocarbon exploration on the Turkish continental shelf in the Eastern Mediterranean. Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hami Aksoy responded Thursday to questions about Greek Cyprus’ signing of deals with France’s Total and Italy’s Eni to carry out exploration in the so-called Block 7, which includes a section of Turkey’s continental shelf. Source Daily Sabah
The US has also been pressuring European countries to not let 5G equipment manufactured by Huawei gain a foothold – but it’s looking as if most of Europe isn’t on the same page. On that note, Germany has just finalized rules for 5G rollout and the country doesn’t believe that Huawei poses a threat. Take a look below for more details. Source Wccftech
League leader Matteo Salvini said on Monday the euro was here to stay and he hoped that nobody in his far-right, euroskeptic party would ever again raise doubts over Italy’s membership of the single currency. Source Reuters
Tyre maker Michelin said Thursday it would close a French-based factory with 619 employees next year as competition from cheaper Asian manufacturers knocks its profit margin. Source The Local
