Germany will fund 15 decarbonization projects in energy-intensive industries. Economy Minister Robert Habeck wants to keep jobs in the country while establishing new technologies, which is how he justifies the high subsidies for saved emissions.
By Alex Veit
The German government only wants to allow auditors to certify CSRD reports – and could be in breach of European law with this plan, according to one law firm.
By Marc Winkelmann
The Commission wants to reform the rules for public procurement in order to create green lead markets and protect innovative European industries. At the same time, the new rules should be WTO-compatible and not overly bureaucratic – a difficult task.
By Marc Winkelmann
The government in Warsaw is under pressure from migrants at the border with Belarus. It now wants to temporarily suspend the right of asylum. This has prompted criticism from the EU Commission.
By Redaktion Table
Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković warns that not sending a commissioner is tantamount to not existing in Brussels. At the summit with the Western Balkan states, Chancellor Scholz urges the countries to join the EU.
By Till Hoppe
The EU member states established their negotiation position for the UN Climate Conference on Monday. Recently, there were disagreements over the role of nuclear energy. Germany ultimately prevailed. The task in Baku will nevertheless not be an easy one.
By Lukas Knigge
The EU member states usually find it difficult to make joint statements on the Middle East conflict. However, they have a clear opinion on the withdrawal of the blue helmets in Lebanon, as demanded by Israel.
By Stephan Israel
As a Slovenian, Marta Kos at least knows the candidate countries of the Western Balkans up close. After five years with Olivér Várhelyi, fresh energy is urgently needed in the office of Enlargement Commissioner.
By Stephan Israel
In a position paper, the EU Chamber of Commerce in China speaks of a "tipping point." Challenges such as a flagging economy, regulatory hurdles and a politicized business environment create uncertainty. But there are also positive developments, says Adam Dunnett, Secretary General of the European Chamber of Commerce in China.
By Lukas Knigge
The German government believes it is making good progress with its gigabit strategy. 87 percent of the measures have already been completed or are ongoing, according to the progress report from the Ministry of Digital Affairs. There is also an update with 35 new measures.
By Corinna Visser
