In her second term, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is investing a lot of political capital in cutting red tape and signing new trade agreements. However, experts warn that this is unlikely to stimulate growth.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
The Council and Parliament now have the same position. The deforestation regulation will be postponed for another year, with the Commission set to propose a revision by the end of April. The trilogue is scheduled for Dec. 4 and should be over quickly.
By Markus Grabitz
For the first time, the Brussels-based authority has set a timeframe for phasing out Russian nuclear fuels. Dependence is to be ended in the early 2030s at the latest, while a ban on oil and gas imports is planned to take effect from as early as 2028.
By Manuel Berkel
Get to know the “Top 100 of the Table 2025”: The 100 key movers and shakers of the Europe.Table scene. Selected by the Europe.Table editorial team in ten categories: Politics, Business, Administration, Consulting, Associations, Think Tanks, Foundations, Science, NGOs and Society.
By Redaktion Table
The Brussels region is sitting on a mountain of debt, has a high deficit, no new government and no budget for 2026. Two banks want to suspend their credit lines at the end of the year.
By Stephan Israel
After banned products were discovered on the Shein platform, the European Commission is stepping up its action against the online retailer. France is considering temporarily blocking the retailer's website.
By Amelie Richter
The Iris² satellite constellation is the EU’s project, supported by Esa, to establish its own secure communication system in orbit. The SpaceRISE consortium, which was commissioned to build and operate Iris2, will present its progress at Rendezvous One.
By Corinna Visser
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is due to travel to Washington this week. Following a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, French President Emmanuel Macron expressed doubts about Russia’s willingness to agree to a ceasefire.
By Viktor Funk, Markus Bickel and Stephan Israel
The EU Parliament has approved the European Defense Industry Program (EDIP) by a large majority. At EUR 1.5 billion, the European defense industry will be strengthened and its dependence on imports reduced.
By Stephan Israel
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has defended the energy deal with the USA against criticism. She emphasizes that US LNG will help reduce Russian gas imports and that the methane regulation will ensure low emission levels.
By Manuel Berkel
