Klaus-Heiner Lehne became politically active at the age of 17. Today, he works for the European Court of Auditors, checking whether the recipients of EU funding are using it as intended.
By Clara Baldus
At the last minute, the Belgian EU Council Presidency is once again attempting to reach a compromise on the deregulation of new genetic engineering techniques. However, the chances of success are widely considered to be slim.
By Julia Dahm
A direction of travel is emerging in the Council of Ministers on the proposed reform of EU seed legislation. In contrast, the outgoing Belgian Council Presidency has made little progress on the proposal on animal transport.
By Julia Dahm
The danger of high gas prices is not yet over for the EU. According to the European Court of Auditors, the member states should explain more precisely which consumers would be particularly affected by renewed price increases. Meanwhile, some countries are complaining about legal uncertainties regarding an embargo on Russian gas.
By Manuel Berkel
The defense ministers of the Weimar Triangle met in Paris on Monday. The ministers are running out of time due to the upcoming French elections.
By Gabriel Bub
The EU foreign ministers have approved new arms aid for Ukraine. The further blockade of Hungary was prevented by a procedural trick. New sanctions against Russia were also approved, albeit weaker than planned – thanks to Berlin's influence.
By Eric Bonse
Estonia is blocking a reform package aimed at adapting the EU VAT system to the realities of the digital economy. The reason: the Estonian government fears the consequences for online platforms and their users.
By Marc Winkelmann
Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann (FDP) heads the German delegation in the Liberal Group in the European Parliament. The delegation consists of five MEPs.
By Markus Grabitz
The Portuguese João Fernando Cotrim de Figueiredo is running against Valérie Hayer for the Renew Group presidency. He comes from the European party family Alde, which supports Renew alongside Macron's Renaissance movement.
By Markus Grabitz
The Commission is allowing the German government to support the development of hydrogen infrastructure. KfW can provide companies with up to €3 billion in the form of guarantees. The guarantees are intended to provide companies with low-interest loans.
By Markus Grabitz
