Critical security situation, corruption and Russian disinformation: Moldova is facing many challenges. In four weeks' time, the republic will decide whether it will look towards Russia or Europe in the future.
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The European Court of Auditors has found considerable shortcomings in EU funding for the organic sector. The auditors call for a more holistic approach.
By Julia Dahm
At the summit of small island states in New York, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced more support for the Global South in financing climate protection measures.
By Lukas Knigge
Baden-Württemberg challenges the proposed split of Germany's electricity bidding zone, advocating for alternative solutions to address grid bottlenecks and market inefficiencies. A new report recommends exploring regional remuneration for renewable energies, investment in hydrogen production, and capacity mechanisms for controllable power plants before considering a zone division.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU Commission is complaining to the WTO about the anti-subsidy investigation recently launched by China against European dairy products. This is the first time the EU has intervened via the WTO so early in the process.
By Marc Winkelmann
Agriculture Commissioner Christophe Hansen is to develop the vision for future agricultural policy in the first 100 days of the new mandate. It is about the future of direct payments and the protection of farmers against unfair trade practices. Hansen will report directly to the Commission President.
By Markus Grabitz
The politician from the right-wing nationalist Fratelli d'Italia will in the future be responsible for funds that make up around a third of the EU budget. Raffaele Fitto is a highly controversial candidate in the new Commission – but he has experience in his area of responsibility and is considered a staunch European.
By Almut Siefert
Stefan Köhler has previously been active in associations, but never in politics. Now, he sits on the EU Parliament's Agriculture and Environment Committee for the CSU.
By Redaktion Table
To guarantee the EU's share of the G7 agreement on aid to Ukraine, the Commission is proposing macro-financial assistance of up to €35 billion. In addition, the renewal cycle of the sanctions on the Russian central bank reserves is to be extended to 36 months.
By Marc Winkelmann
In Europe, clear rules are needed for dealing with AI, demands the Meta Group. So far, there has been a great deal of uncertainty. This could lead to Meta not offering all of its products in Europe.
By Corinna Visser
