Several political groups in the European Parliament have criticized a possible further postponement of the anti-deforestation regulation.
By Julia Dahm
For the first time, the EU is tackling the issue of affordable housing with its own strategy. However, the timetable is tight – and has even been brought forward once again by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. It remains to be seen how much the plan can achieve.
By Alina Leimbach
The EU Commission is hosting the Global Gateway Forum in Brussels from Thursday to strengthen its global infrastructure strategy. Despite a packed program with international guests, participation from the EU member states remains low.
By Amelie Richter
The European Parliament voted in favor of a reform of the EU mechanism for suspending visa-free travel. This should make it easier to reintroduce the visa requirement.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
The tensions between the two largest political groups in the EU Parliament have recently also called the heads of state and government into action. The group leaders are now sending conciliatory signals. The platform should not fail because of the sustainability omnibus.
By Till Hoppe and Markus Grabitz
The CDU/CSU parliamentary group in the Bundestag rejects the monitoring of chats without cause, said parliamentary group leader Jens Spahn on Tuesday. Whether the Danish Council Presidency gets its way with its proposal for the CSA Regulation depends on Germany’s approval.
By Corinna Visser
Imported steel is to be subject to higher tariffs from 2026. The duty-free import quotas will be almost halved. The EU Commission’s proposal also affects countries with which free trade agreements exist.
By Lukas Bayer and János Allenbach-Ammann
The new AI strategy is intended to support companies and science in the application of AI. In this way, the European Commission wants to strengthen competitiveness and help Europe catch up in the global AI competition.
By Corinna Visser
Ursula von der Leyen’s proposal for the revision of the CO2 fleet limits is unlikely to shake the targets for 2030 and 2035. However, she could propose instruments to make them more flexible so that the industry can meet the targets.
By Markus Grabitz
