Of course, the upcoming trilogue on the electricity market reform will dominate the next few months. But when it comes to the equally important buildings directive, the German government's ambitions are now approaching zero.
By Manuel Berkel
After the Dutch government nominated Wopke Hoekstra as an EU Commissioner, the Greens and Social Democrats criticized the nomination. The reason: Hoekstra is a Christian Democrat.
By Lukas Knigge
The five nations plan to meet in Kazan next year – a strong signal of support for Vladimir Putin. They have also revealed which countries will soon join the group of emerging economies.
By Arne Schütte