Beijing is taking steps against the EU's additional tariffs on Chinese EVs at the World Trade Organization. The EU Commission defends its decision, but still sees a possible solution. China is said to have warned its car manufacturers against investing in EU countries.
By Amelie Richter
The Permanent Representatives are finalizing the Budapest Declaration, set to be adopted at the informal summit on Nov. 8 in Budapest. The draft outlines strategic initiatives to boost economic growth and strengthen the global competitive position of member states.
By Julia Mertens
In her role as Executive Vice President for People, Skills and Pensions, Roxana Mînzatu wants to strengthen digital and basic skills. She also wants to improve the quality of vocational training.
By Vera Kraft
Most employees in Germany have a positive view of the energy transition. However, many remain skeptical about the socio-economic consequences. Not even one in three expect energy prices to fall.
By Carsten Hübner
The Green leadership is reorganizing. Sven Giegold, previously State Secretary in the BMWK, is also earmarked for an important post. He is therefore leaving the Ministry of Economic Affairs.
By Alina Leimbach
The work program of the European Innovation Council (EIC) for 2025 provides €1.4 billion. The aim is to promote European technological autonomy and reduce dependencies in critical sectors.
By Corinna Visser
Last year, coal was used to generate more electricity than ever before. The annually updated "Global Coal Exit List" database records the largest increases in China and India.
By Alex Veit
It is not only the elections in the EU accession candidates Moldova and Georgia that are under suspicion of vote rigging. There are also indications of vote buying and controlled voting in EU member state Bulgaria.
By Frank Stier
The e-fuels industry association criticizes that regulatory deficiencies are hindering investment and the scaling of hydrogen and its derivatives. It is calling for clear framework conditions, a revision of existing guidelines and the opening up of additional target markets.
By Lukas Knigge
Sino-German science diplomacy is picking up speed again. For the first time since the pandemic, a Chinese National Academy of Sciences delegation is a guest in the country. The focus: basic research, the climate and the strained relationship between the countries.
By Tim Gabel
