There is still no agreement in sight in the dispute over EU fiscal rules. Although the member states are moving closer together, there is unlikely to be a common position by the end of the year.
By Alina Leimbach
Dutchman Jules Maaten already worked at several political levels: as a local politician, as a Member of the European Parliament, and now, as Head of the European Office of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation.
By Clara Baldus
Some innovative projects do not take place because the associated risks appear too great for companies. The Commission has thus created IPCEIs and has now approved aid for developments in cloud and edge computing.
By Corinna Visser
Before departing for Beijing, Ursula von der Leyen delivered a strong message on trade. However, practical experts in the business world do not anticipate a decisive impact from the EU-China negotiations.
By Amelie Richter
The Spanish Council Presidency has presented a new proposal for the EU budget. They want to spend less than the Commission proposed – and make savings in the STEP transformation fund, among other things.
By Max Mustermann
Many retailers will no longer be allowed to destroy unsold clothing in the EU. This was agreed by the negotiators in the last trilogue of the Ecodesign Regulation. Consumer advocates complain that the rules for online stores are too lax and business associations that reporting obligations are too strict.
By Manuel Berkel
After the EU delegation canceled its trip to sign the Mercosur agreement, it continues to emphasize its willingness to talk. Following the inauguration of Argentina's new president, Brussels is hoping for an agreement. Minor changes should save Mercosur.
By Markus Grabitz
The anti-subsidy investigation into EVs made in China has been running since October 4. Even before the official start, there were indications of massive subsidies. The Commission will probably impose provisional duties by July 4 at the latest.
By Markus Grabitz
The EU Court of Auditors has criticized the practice of public tenders: Competition in national, regional and local awards has decreased over the last ten years. The authorities are increasingly turning directly to companies.
By Max Mustermann
We must inspire voters with a vision of Europe, demands Christoph Bautz. The Campact board warns of a shift to the right in the European Parliament. This would be devastating for the ambitious environmental and climate policy of the Green Deal.
By Experts Table.Briefings
