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Energy ministers meet in mid-March

According to information from Table.Briefings, the first meeting of energy ministers under the Polish Council Presidency is to take place in mid-March. An informal meeting is planned for May in Warsaw. One focus will be the energy security strategy.

By Manuel Berkel

Deutschland und Frankreich
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Franco-German Assembly in a small circle

The meeting of the Franco-German Parliamentary Assembly is now taking place at board level after all. Bundestag President Bas had initially canceled the meeting of the Assembly due to the upcoming vote of confidence in the Bundestag.

By Manuel Berkel

Opinion

Digital platforms: It all comes down to enforcement

The enormous power of digital platforms is a challenge for Europe that should not be underestimated, writes Pencho Kuzev from the Konrad Adenauer Foundation in today’s Opinion. However, the EU has the means to defend itself. Enforcing European values is an investment in sovereignty and competitiveness.

By Redaktion Table

Feature

Ukraine: US decision reignites debate on arms deliveries

The USA's authorization for the use of extensive weapons against Russian territory is leading to new discussions in Brussels, with the UK and France likely to follow suit. However, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is sticking to his "no".

By Eric Bonse

Analyse

Mercosur: France's difficult search for allies

French farmers are mobilizing against the EU-Mercosur agreement and are receiving support from the entire political spectrum in the country. However, the search for allies in Europe is proving difficult for Paris.

By Claire Stam

News

Agriculture Council: Özdemir calls for EU protein strategy

Together with several of his counterparts, Federal Agriculture Minister Özdemir is calling on the EU Commission to finally present the long-announced protein strategy. While the Green Minister emphasizes above all the independence of animal feed, other countries take offence at the promotion of plant-based foods.

By Julia Dahm

Heads (EN)

Ibrahima Cheikh Diong – New head of the Loss and Damage Fund

Ibrahima Cheikh Diong took over the management of the Loss and Damage Fund at the beginning of November. The experienced development banker already has in-depth specialist knowledge. His special language skills should also open a few doors for him at the World Climate Conference.

By Redaktion Table

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EU budget 2025: Member states give in

The EU budget for the coming year has been finalized. Almost €200 billion can be planned in 2025. This was agreed by negotiators from the EU Parliament and the Member States on Saturday night. There will be more funding for civil protection in particular.

By Redaktion Table