The political agreement on CO2 fleet legislation for commercial vehicles has been confirmed at the ambassadorial level. Germany only agreed once a consideration on E-Fuels was included. The Commission is tasked with making a proposal.
By Markus Grabitz
With a new industry alliance, the EU Commission aims to make modular nuclear power plants (SMRs) deployable by the early 2030s. While small modular reactors offer some theoretical advantages, there are still several questions to be addressed.
By Manuel Berkel
The Belgian Presidency of the Council has postponed the vote on the EU Supply Chains Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). The decision was taken off the agenda during the meeting of the Committee of Permanent Representatives (COREPER) on Friday.
By Leonie Düngefeld
There is a political agreement on platform work. It stipulates that member states are responsible for determining the status of workers on digital platforms. It remains to be seen whether the compromise will be approved in the Council.
By Alina Leimbach
Despite the Council's inflexible stance, Parliament's negotiators have agreed to enter final trilogue negotiations on the reform of European economic governance. This opens up the possibility of reaching an agreement this Friday.
By Marc Winkelmann
The German-French historian and political scientist Alfred Grosser passed away at the age of 99 in Paris. A significant intellectual figure of reconciliation and cooperation between France and Germany will be missed.
By Claire Stam
After the electoral victory in November, Geert Wilders is struggling to rally partners for a right-wing coalition. A minority government with the right-wing populist at the helm may now be the outcome. Fresh elections don't seem to be an option at the moment.
By Stephan Israel
With a large majority, MEPs voted for a resolution to investigate the recent Serbian parliamentary and municipal elections. The elections did not meet the standards expected of an EU accession country.
By Corinna Visser
Originally, the European Commission aimed to adopt the remaining standards for sustainability reporting under the CSRD by June 2024. Now, it plans to extend this deadline by two years, providing companies with more time.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The current planned form of the EU supply chain directive is unmanageable for SMEs and does not serve its purpose, says Judith Herzog-Kuballa from the German Mechanical Engineering Industry Association.
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