The automotive package could be delayed, although it is still expected to be on the agenda in the College on Dec. 10. According to reports, the Commission has to rework it following comments from the Regulatory Scrutiny Board.
By Markus Grabitz
EU countries are not seizing the opportunity to steer markets with a green procurement system and thus reduce emissions. A study shows how they could redirect public spending amounting to EUR 2 trillion a year.
By Kai Schöneberg
European companies in China are under pressure due to stricter export controls. One in three member companies are therefore already considering relocating their supply chains out of China.
By Amelie Richter
At the second meeting of the Digital Partnership Council, the EU and Singapore discussed their cooperation in digital areas. These include artificial intelligence and cyber security.
By Corinna Visser
The EU has officially ended the WTO proceedings against China for discriminatory trade practices towards Lithuania. The background to this was the diplomatic conflict following the opening of a Taiwan office in Vilnius, which led to economic pressure from Beijing.
By Amelie Richter
The Council Presidency has sent other governments an initial negotiation package on the new Multiannual Financial Framework. In it, the Danes confirm the structural reform of the Commission, but demand more say.
By Till Hoppe
Following Bart De Wever’s incendiary letter criticizing a reparations loan, the option of bridge financing for Ukraine is likely to take center stage. Support for Ukraine is on the agenda at today’s meeting of EU defense ministers.
By Stephan Israel
Google, Tesla & Co. are intervening in European energy policy. In statements to the Commission, US companies are calling for AI-ready energy data and advising Europeans to stockpile certain technologies in light of the Ukraine war.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU Council Secretariat is calling for additional staff due to an increased workload. As part of the negotiations on the EU’s next Multiannual Financial Framework, Council services have announced a need for 250 new full-time equivalents.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
The Danish Council Presidency has abandoned efforts to reach a majority agreement on the Green Claims Directive. Observers have seen little chance for the law for some time.
By Julia Dahm
