King Frederik X is visiting Greenland to underscore the close ties between the Arctic territory and the Kingdom of Denmark. The trip comes amid renewed tensions sparked by US President Donald Trump’s claims to the Arctic island.
By Redaktion Table
Ukraine and Russia described the latest peace talks in Geneva as difficult. Further meetings have been announced – not least because both sides are keen to project a constructive stance toward US President Donald Trump.
By Viktor Funk
The European Union is preparing a comprehensive package to strengthen resilience along its eastern border. Enhanced security measures and targeted economic support are intended to better equip regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine to withstand hybrid threats.
By Stephan Israel
There is growing debate over possible adjustments and reforms to the European emissions trading framework. A clear-cut solution is not yet in sight. While experts acknowledge the need for changes, they caution that modifications could have repercussions for climate targets and undermine earlier investment decisions.
By Lukas Knigge
If Germany and France fail to reach agreement on the joint development of a next-generation fighter aircraft, Berlin could turn to two alternative European programs. A decision on the future of FCAS is expected in early March.
By Gabriel Bub
A new legal opinion concludes that draft reforms by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy are incompatible with European Union (EU) law. According to the assessment, they violate EU directives and rely on threshold values that lack objective justification.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt and Manuel Berkel
Following a pause, negotiations resumed in 2024 – against the backdrop of the special tariff arrangement set to expire at the end of 2027.
By Antonia Zimmermann
Germany’s call for France to increase its defense spending is meeting with resistance. Some in Paris feel under attack and point to a need for clearer commitments to supporting Ukraine.
By Gabriel Bub
Observers can now see a certain zeal on the part of the EU Commission to enforce the DSA. However, there is still a risk of political influence.
By Corinna Visser
A voluntary ESG standard promoted by the mining industry is intended to simplify the fragmented field of certification. However, NGOs criticize it for being too vague. In addition, those affected are not sufficiently involved in projects.
By Alex Veit
