Slovakia has found a new agriculture minister in Richard Takáč. The 41-year-old is part of the new Russia-friendly government under Prime Minister Robert Fico.
By Redaktion Table
The EU Commission has approved a French measure worth €659 million to support battery manufacturer Verkor for research and development of batteries for electric vehicles.
By Leonie Düngefeld
In the polls in Italy, Giorgia Meloni's Fratelli d'Italia are still the leading force after their first year in office. The Social Democratic PD, headed by Elly Schlein, is in second place with around 20 percent. The Social Democrats would therefore need alliance partners to replace Meloni.
By Redaktion Table
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The US government plans massive subsidies and tax benefits to build up a hydrogen industry. However, experts are skeptical: Crucial questions remain unanswered and the use of fossil fuels has also been considered "clean" so far. The details of the regulations are decisive.
By Redaktion Table
According to information from government circles, the G7 countries have agreed on a code of conduct for companies in the field of artificial intelligence.
By Corinna Visser
The Commission should monitor NGOs that receive EU funds more strictly and report more transparently on their funding. This is demanded by a resolution that MEP Markus Pieper (CDU) will present at the next meeting of the Budgetary Control Committee. Opposition is already forming.
By Markus Grabitz
