If the USA introduces tariffs on steel and aluminum on Wednesday, the EU Commission will react quickly with countermeasures. The trade conflict is likely to put further strain on tense relations.
By Marc Winkelmann
The EU wants to strengthen the "strategic partnership" with South Africa at the summit in Cape Town. The plan is more than just a sign of solidarity with the country, which is particularly affected by the Trump administration's cuts to USAID.
By Stephan Israel
In view of the new tones from Washington, some fear that arms purchases in the USA could become a security risk. A shift is also taking place in Poland and Germany.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
A video link between two meeting rooms could ensure that the mini-plenary can also take place during the renovation work in Brussels. This is the solution proposed by the European Parliament's office to the heads of the political groups. This would mean that a costly move of the Parliament to Strasbourg for the mini-plenary would no longer be necessary.
By Markus Grabitz
More than 100 European universities and research organizations are opposing the planned integration of the EU Framework Programme FP10 into a super fund. They are calling for the retention of an independent framework program - but the decision is getting closer.
By Marion Bergermann
After long negotiations, the EU member states could reach an agreement on the deregulation of new genetic engineering techniques on Friday. However, it remains to be seen whether this will actually succeed.
By Julia Dahm
The Federal Minister of Finance sees no conflict with EU fiscal rules in the planned billion-euro programs: Strengthening growth and increasing spending are "two sides of the same coin." However, the Greens are questioning their approval of the necessary amendment to the Basic Law.
By Till Hoppe
Despite pressure from Germany, the EU Commission wants to stick to the current EU fiscal rules and allow additional defense spending via the escape clause.
By Marc Winkelmann
Not only the CDU/CSU and SPD, but also the EU is planning further tightening of asylum policy. The European Commission wants to present its plans for more deportations in Strasbourg.
By Eric Bonse
