The Federal Ministry of Agriculture has proposed a concept for a consumption tax on animal products. With this proposal for the animal welfare levy, Cem Özdemir could run into European legal problems.
By Merle Heusmann
Latvian Member of the European Parliament Tatjana Ždanoka is alleged to have worked for the Russian secret service for many years. Baltic MEPs explain how Ždanoka benefited the Kremlin – and strongly caution against similar cases.
By Markus Timpel
Ivanna Volochiy could become the first native Ukrainian in the EU Parliament. The liberal party Kustiba Par! from Latvia has nominated her as their lead candidate for the European elections. Her main goal is Ukraine's accession to the EU and NATO.
By Manuel Berkel
For the first time, Northern Ireland has a prime minister who would like to see the British territory united with EU member Ireland. Michelle O'Neill's election demonstrates a changing situation on the Irish island.
By Redaktion Table
The Member States unanimously voted in favor of the AI Act. However, they have given the Commission specific tasks to accomplish. Furthermore, the vote in Parliament is not guaranteed to pass smoothly.
By Corinna Visser
The environmental policy expert and medical doctor Peter Liese has been chosen as the lead candidate for the North Rhine-Westphalia CDU in the European elections. Other well-known names follow in promising positions.
By Manuel Berkel
As Germany's Deputy Ambassador to the EU, Helen Winter handles almost all topics concerning businesses. Throughout her extensive career, she has also been deeply involved in foreign trade – with remarkable parallels to current debates.
By Manuel Berkel
EU enlargement could lead to a sharp increase in the international community's coal consumption. However, the applicant countries have so far been left out of the process of setting the 2040 climate target. The Böll Foundation therefore warns against the influence of China and Russia.
By Manuel Berkel
With impassioned speeches and a top duo that must defend green policies instead of introducing fresh ideas, the European Greens' party congress highlights the challenges the party faces in the upcoming European elections. Equally pressing is the question of their stance on von der Leyen's potential second term.
By Lukas Knigge
The European Parliament and member states have agreed: Manufacturers of smartphones, televisions or washing machines will be obliged to offer repair services. Governments are also expected to create financial incentives such as repair vouchers.
By Leonie Düngefeld
