US trade deal: EP to vote this week
The parliamentary negotiating team wants to make reducing European tariffs on US products subject to new conditions.
By Antonia Zimmermann
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The parliamentary negotiating team wants to make reducing European tariffs on US products subject to new conditions.
By Antonia Zimmermann
It is proposed that female Members of the European Parliament should be able to transfer their voting rights while on maternity leave before and after the birth of their child. A conflict over this issue is brewing within the coalition.
By Till Hoppe
Environmental and social standards for raw material extraction in the EU could be improved. This is the conclusion from a new study conducted by two NGOs. Improvement is needed in two areas in particular.
By Miriam Scheibe
While Germany supports the planned reduction of carbon fleet limits to 90% by 2035, it remains skeptical of the European Commission’s industrial policy plans.
By Lukas Knigge
The controversial reform of the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) has set the Environmental Council in motion. While some are calling for swift reforms, experts warn against rules that are too lenient. However, there appears to be broad consensus on certain measures.
By Lukas Knigge
Viktor Orbán remains unyielding. Even the initiative by the Commission and the Council to assist in repairing the Druzhba pipeline has not broken the deadlock over the loan to Ukraine.
By Stephan Israel, Markus Grabitz, Manuel Berkel and Lukas Knigge
The Brands Association sees potential negative consequences should the EU take stronger action against regional supply restrictions. It also calls for large food manufacturers to be included in protection against unfair trade practices.
By Julia Dahm
The Council and the European Parliament remain at odds over the controversial chat monitoring measures. Time is running out – the transitional regulation expires on April 3.
By Marion Bergermann
The foreign ministers of EU member states have rejected Donald Trump’s call for them to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. The EU does not consider itself responsible for the Iran conflict and is instead focusing on strengthening its existing naval operations.
By Stephan Israel
In a letter to heads of state and government, Ursula von der Leyen outlines the measures the Commission is considering in response to high energy prices. In the letter, she also speaks out against the premature shutdown of nuclear power plants.
By Manuel Berkel and Lukas Knigge