According to a draft of its SMR strategy, the European Commission plans to streamline approval procedures for small nuclear reactors. The proposed model is based on cooperation between the French nuclear regulator and supervisory authorities in other EU member states.
By Manuel Berkel
Amid mounting geopolitical pressures and declining competitiveness, the EU faces pivotal choices. The informal leaders’ retreat presents an opportunity to chart a clear industrial strategy focused on strategic autonomy – rather than relying solely on deregulation.
By Linda Kalcher and Neil Makaroff
No new superauthority, no gold-plating. Germany’s Minister for Digital Transformation and Government Modernisation Karsten Wildberger is distributing AI oversight across existing institutions, prioritizing coordination over centralization. Academia and industry warn that the fragmented model could create friction and inconsistent enforcement.
By Corinna Visser
The German government and business leaders discussed the opportunities of the infrastructure initiative with European Union Commissioner for International Partnerships Jozef Síkela.
By Antonia Zimmermann
Political groups in the European Parliament have agreed on who will take the lead as rapporteurs for the legislative proposals in the automotive and grids packages.
By Markus Grabitz and Manuel Berkel
No joint appearance on the central stage – and further uncertainty about the future of the joint FCAS fighter jet project. Just before the start of the Munich Security Conference, Franco–German relations are strained.
By Gabriel Bub and Markus Bickel
The EU Commission has presented an action plan to counter cyberbullying. The plan bundles together existing measures and focuses on preventative approaches, but there are no binding minimum standards.
By Corinna Visser
European parliamentarians call for tariff relief to expire before the end of Trump’s term and propose a response to US steel tariffs.
By Antonia Zimmermann
European farmers are to be protected against imports from Mercosur countries. However, it could be a long time before the agreement with the South American countries comes into force.
By Antonia Zimmermann
Following discussions between the EU member states, the Cypriot Council Presidency has presented the first amendments to the grid package. As well as financial issues, they also involve electrolyzers and renewable energies.
By Manuel Berkel
