The EU energy ministers want to speed up the expansion of the electricity grids. Commission Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič advocates frontloading subsidies and more guarantees from state development banks.
By Manuel Berkel
With the exception of Sweden and Austria, all member states support the La Hulpe Declaration. However, there has recently been increasing pressure from the business community against the EU's labor market and social measures.
By Alina Leimbach
To become stronger, the EU must do more for defense and energy security. This was the result of the latest Eurobarometer survey. It also shows that Germans have an above-average interest in the European elections compared to the rest of the EU.
By Marc Winkelmann
Economic policy was actually supposed to be the focus of the special summit. Now the meeting of heads of state and government is being overshadowed by the situation in the Middle East. The agenda includes new sanctions against Iran.
By Stephan Israel
In its special report, the European Court of Auditors criticizes the transparency register of the EU institutions. Parliament, Council and Commission apply different strict rules. There are also loopholes for NGOs.
By Markus Grabitz
Media, culture and education are the topics of MEP Sabine Verheyen. She has just successfully negotiated the Media Freedom Act. The CDU politician will run again in the 2024 European elections.
By Redaktion Table
The EU Commission proposes that the EU member states approve Ukraine's reform and investment plan, thus paving the way for regular financial support for Ukraine.
By Redaktion Table
In an extraordinary conference, the EU foreign ministers discuss their position on the Iranian attack on Israel. New sanctions are up for discussion. At the same time, Olaf Scholz is in China trying to persuade Xi Jinping to de-escalate the situation in Iran.
By Stephan Israel
Elly Schlein, leader of the Italian Socialists, is launching her campaign for the European elections. Community investments such as those within the framework of Next Generation EU are important. She is calling for an EU-wide minimum wage of no less than €9 per hour.
By Markus Grabitz
