She could become the second most powerful woman in Europe. The Spaniard Teresa Ribera has been appointed Competition Commissioner by Ursula von der Leyen. The high-profile environmental politician now has the main task of preventing conflicts between industrial and climate policy.
By Redaktion Table
Apple has partially opened its ecosystem in recent months to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). However, the European Commission finds these concessions insufficient and has now initiated a specific procedure for the first time.
By Redaktion Table
Executive Vice President Henna Virkkunen is responsible for digitalization and digital infrastructure in the new Commission. However, other Commission members are also tasked with digital and innovation topics, creating potential for conflict.
By Corinna Visser
The European Commission is restricting the use of a particularly harmful subgroup of "forever chemicals" (PFAS). However, the ongoing review for a comprehensive PFAS ban remains unaffected.
By Lukas Knigge
Strong connections still exist between Western countries and Russia's nuclear industry, according to the annual World Nuclear Industry Status Report. These ties have implications for sanctions against Russia.
By Redaktion Table
The turbulent formation of a government in France has been completed. However, it is unclear whether the political crisis in Paris is over.
By Redaktion Table
The European Parliament's committees are expected to begin the hearings of the commissioner-designates on Nov. 4. Before that, the candidates' declarations on financial and personal interests will be reviewed for potential conflicts with their assigned portfolios.
By Markus Grabitz
A study criticizes the fact that the Commission's impact assessment did not go far enough when proposing the AI Liability Directive. It suggests extending the scope of the law.
By Corinna Visser
German Economy Minister Robert Habeck has expressed concern over the slow growth of the hydrogen economy and is asking the EU for extended transitional rules. He is calling for the enforcement of using green electricity to be delayed.
By Alex Veit
Expectations are high for the EU's first defense commissioner, but Lithuanian Andrius Kubilius is well-prepared for the job. However, his stance on shared debt might meet resistance.
By Stephan Israel
