Question 1

The European Commission's proposed Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA), unveiled in March 2026, aims to boost demand for specific EU-made products. Which of the following sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as a target for this act?

Accepted Answer

Semiconductors

Question 2

As part of its 'Tech Sovereignty Package', expected in June 2026, the EU is aiming to bolster its digital independence. Which of the following is a key component of this package?

Accepted Answer

The Cloud and AI Development Act

Question 3

The European Central Bank (ECB) has been warning eurozone countries about fiscal spending in response to the energy crisis. What is ECB President Christine Lagarde's primary concern regarding these fiscal measures?

Accepted Answer

They could intensify pressure for interest rate hikes.

Question 4

The revised European Climate Law, agreed upon in December 2025, sets a binding EU climate target for 2040. What is this target in terms of net greenhouse gas emission reductions compared to 1990 levels?

Accepted Answer

90%

Question 5

In response to geopolitical rivalries, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas suggested that developing countries supporting Russia or Iran could face consequences. What is a potential consequence mentioned?

Accepted Answer

Reduced EU aid and preferential treatment for European companies in funding procurement

Question 6

A coalition of European industry associations has called for technological neutrality in the EU's 2040 climate objectives. Which clean energy source, among others, is highlighted as being potentially overlooked if technology neutrality is not adopted?

Accepted Answer

Nuclear power

Question 7

The EU's 'Tech Sovereignty Package', expected in June 2026, aims to reduce dependence on non-European technology providers. What is a key area of focus for this package, alongside cloud computing and AI?

Accepted Answer

The production of next-generation semiconductors

Question 8

The European Commission has proposed amendments to the EU AI Act as part of a 'Digital Omnibus'. Which of the following compliance deadlines has been postponed for 'High-Risk AI Systems (HRAIS)'?

Accepted Answer

From 2 August 2026 to 2 December 2027

Question 9

The ECB's Financial Stability Review, published in May 2026, includes special features. Which of the following is NOT one of the assessed topics in this review?

Accepted Answer

The impact of AI on the stock market

Question 10

The European Union's Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) aims to favour 'Made in EU' products. What is a significant concern raised by analysts regarding the IAA's proposed origin-based content rules?

Accepted Answer

They risk delaying decarbonisation and inviting WTO challenges.

Question 11

The NIS2 Directive, effective from October 2024, is the EU's comprehensive cybersecurity law. In January 2026, the European Commission proposed targeted amendments to NIS2. Which of the following was NOT part of these proposed amendments?

Accepted Answer

Mandatory cybersecurity certification for all digital products

Question 12

European military expenditure saw a significant increase in 2025. Which European country recorded one of the most notable increases in its military expenditure, rising by 24% year-on-year?

Accepted Answer

Germany

Question 13

The EU's 'Tech Sovereignty Package' is expected to integrate security concerns into procurement decisions, particularly for cloud computing. This is a strategic move to address which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Strengthening Europe's resilience and reducing critical dependencies.

Question 14

The European Commission approved €288 million in German State aid to support semiconductor supply chains. This aid aligns with the objectives of which key EU initiative?

Accepted Answer

The European Chips Act

Question 15

Regarding the EU's 2040 climate targets, at least 85% of the reduction goal must be met through domestic emissions reductions. What is the maximum allowed contribution from high-quality international carbon credits?

Accepted Answer

5%

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