China also wants to build a "Higgs" machine, which would make the planned facility at CERN – at least partially – superfluous. However, experts warn against relying on this option alone.
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Federal Chancellor Scholz and Commission Vice-Chancellor Šefčovič agreed on a raw materials partnership with Serbia on Friday to secure lithium for decarbonization. NGOs point to the dangers for the environment, citizens to the lack of the rule of law.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The negotiations between the EU Commission and the four Mercosur states are well advanced, but Paris is unlikely to approve the free trade agreement. Berlin and Brussels are now discussing the possibility of outvoting France if necessary – but this would be politically explosive. In future, the EU could focus more on targeted partnerships that also involve investments in third countries.
By Marc Winkelmann
In the last mandate, the EU introduced many new digital laws. These are now to come into effect. The goal is a digital single market and better protection of democracy.
By Corinna Visser
From 2025, certain retailers and producers will have to apply the EU regulation for deforestation-free supply chains. The tight schedule and complex documentation pose challenges for many.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The German government announced many new details on the restructuring of the energy supply as part of its growth initiative. Environmental NGOs have criticized the initiative, while the energy sector is partly pleased.
By Alex Veit
Ukraine will not receive an invitation to join NATO in Washington. However, this is not the message that will be sent out from the summit next week. A package is being prepared that is intended as a bridge to NATO membership.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
From 2025, the EU regulation requires companies to prove their products do not contribute to deforestation. However, some important foundations for the implementation are still missing – and the EPP Group is calling for a postponement of its application in its priorities for the coming legislative period.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The European Commission wants to give the liberalization of tariffs on Ukrainian imports a longer-term framework instead of renegotiating them every year. However, the political conditions are difficult and time is pressing.
By Julia Dahm
Under a Labour government, there could be a readjustment of policy after the UK election. However, it is still unclear how the party intends to finance its plans for the energy transition, for example.
By Redaktion Table
