The Council and Parliament have reached a political agreement on the Single Market Emergency Instrument (SMEI). In times of crisis, border closures should be avoided as much as possible. Member states have 18 months to implement the rules.
By Markus Grabitz
Macron warns against excessive regulation while simultaneously opening up markets, stating that Europe risks its sovereignty.
By Marc Winkelmann
Thomas Geisel wants to start a new chapter in his political career and enter the European Parliament for the Sarah Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW). He sees the European Union primarily as an economic project.
By Clara Baldus
The reorganization of committees in the European Parliament will not be decided upon before the end of the current legislative term. However, changes to the cooperation among committees are still expected. This decision was made by the Parliament's leaders.
By Markus Grabitz
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez declared in Brussels that "Catalan independence is not terrorism". The separatist party Junts is exerting pressure on Sánchez to grant comprehensive amnesty.
By Isabel Cuesta Camacho
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has relented on his opposition to the financial package for Ukraine, without major concessions from others. Chancellor Scholz, meanwhile, grapples with the arms deliveries of other EU states.
By Till Hoppe
The EU has waited a long time to adapt its most important legal instrument for Ukrainian refugees to the realities of the situation. The Commission and the German government still have no plan – now there is little time left for a new regulation.
By Falk Steiner
FDP ministers Christian Lindner and Marco Buschmann reject the EU Supply Chain Directive, citing burdens on businesses. Meanwhile, within the coalition, there is a relief package linked to the directive on the table.
By Caspar Dohmen
The European Commission has proposed extending the suspension of tariffs and trade quotas for Ukraine. However, following criticism from the agricultural sector and some member states, emergency brakes are to be implemented.
By Julia Dahm
Diplomats from around the world are currently courting political leaders in Africa. Europe, as well as Germany, are at risk of falling behind. There are numerous reasons to formulate a European Africa policy.
By Christian Hiller von Gaertringen
