The Chancellor-designate is looking to close ranks with France, Poland and the UK. In order to raise the necessary funds for the German armed forces, Merz could resort to a quick fix.
By Till Hoppe
Simplifying the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is one of the EU Commission's most important plans for cutting red tape. As Table.Briefings has learned, Brussels wants to postpone the introduction of border taxes for emissions-intensive imports, along with other details.
By Lukas Knigge
A majority of EU member states are in favor of deregulating new genetic technologies (NGT).
By Julia Dahm
In 2025, the climate targets for newly registered cars should only apply to 90 percent of a manufacturer's vehicles. By 2026, 95 percent of new vehicles will be covered. This is proposed by the industry association ACEA in order to avert fines for failing to meet climate targets.
By Markus Grabitz
As the winner of the election, the CDU leader wants to form a new federal government by Easter. In view of US President Trump's policies, an independent European defense capability is a "top priority." However, the coalition talks will be difficult.
By Till Hoppe
Germany has sufficient potential to use artificial intelligence successfully, says entrepreneur Karl-Heinz Land. The opportunity lies above all in combining AI with industrial expertise.
By Experts Table.Briefings
The EU Commission has presented a package of measures. It provides for better monitoring of submarine cables and faster repairs following acts of sabotage.
By Stephan Israel
With a toolkit for elections, the Commission wants to provide the Digital Services Coordinators of the member states with guidance and tools on how to better protect the integrity of elections.
By Corinna Visser
During protests against the introduction of the euro in Bulgaria, demonstrators threw Molotov cocktails and red paint at the façade of the EU representation in the capital.
By Redaktion Table
Eventful days lie ahead for Italy's judiciary. The ECJ is deciding on the migration centers in Albania, and judges and public prosecutors want to strike over a planned judicial reform. This week in Rome will therefore be a fundamental one.
By Almut Siefert
