Lille will host the new European Custom Authority, a decentralized agency to support national customs administrations. The decision was made in Brussels after EU lawmakers voted. France's strategic location makes Lille a natural hub. Italy was the runner-up with Rome as a candidate. The new authority aims to reform the EU customs framework amid rising trade pressures and e-commerce growth, with establishment expected by 2026 and operations by 2028. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)