Shortly before the elections, the economics ministers of Germany, France and Italy are backing an ambitious EU industrial policy. They agree that bureaucracy must be reduced and the economy protected from unfair competition. Another demand is likely to cause tensions in Berlin.
By Marc Winkelmann
With the announced amendment to the fertilizer law, the German government averted horrendous fines for Brussels last year. However, instead of swiftly implementing the amendments to the fertilizer law – as promised to the EU Commission – differences within the traffic light party are delaying the legislative process.
By Merle Heusmann
Tens of thousands demonstrated against Viktor Orbán's government in Hungary at the weekend. They were led by the lawyer Péter Magyar – who was once very close to the government.
By Redaktion Table
According to initial polls, the national-conservative PiS party has become the strongest force in the Polish local elections. Exit polls see Tusk's Civic Platform as close behind.
By Redaktion Table
Why a Commissioner for Future Generations is needed to anchor long-term thinking in the EU.
By Experts Table.Briefings
The Netherlands is likely to comply with US demands for export restrictions on the Dutch chip giant ASML. Statements by Prime Minister Rutte point in this direction.
By Alina Leimbach
The German government has been granted €350 million in funding for the construction of electrolyzers in Germany. The EU Commission has approved the funding under state aid law.
By Manuel Berkel
At the start of its election campaign, the transnational Volt party nominated its lead candidates. They are calling for a change in European electoral law and the election of a European government.
By Corinna Visser
Björn Seibert is leading the campaign of EPP top candidate Ursula von der Leyen. The 43-year-old is von der Leyen's closest colleague in the Commission. EU diplomat Alexander Winterstein will be the spokesperson for the campaign.
By Markus Grabitz
The EU-US TTC Trade and Technology Council has brought visible successes in technology policy. The Americans were more dismissive when it came to trade policy. Nevertheless, the German industry wants to continue the dialog.
By Corinna Visser
