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Data Act: Sweden submits fifth compromise

The Council may be close to an agreement on the Data Act. While the German government is still looking for its position on the fifth compromise, the industry has already reached its verdict: better, but not good enough.

By Corinna Visser

Gas 2023: Industrienachfrage wichtiger als China

Die Gaskrise scheint erstmal vorüber. Doch ob die Entspannung anhält, ist an viele Bedingungen geknüpft. Wichtigste Unbekannte: Reichen die gesunkenen Preise, damit die Industrieproduktion in der EU wieder anzieht? Den Einfluss Chinas dagegen halten britische Forscher für überraschend gering.

By Manuel Berkel

Megatunnel to connect Spain and Morocco

Morocco and Spain are planning a gigantic construction project under the Strait of Gibraltar. They want to connect Africa and Europe for vehicles, high-speed trains, and natural gas. The great project also requires German expertise.

By Christian Hiller von Gaertringen

Putin and Biden in a long-distance duel

Three appearances, three times the invocation of unity. Putin's State of the Union address makes it clear that he is preparing his country for a long period of war. Joe Biden is received like a pop star in Warsaw. In Brussels, NATO, the EU, and Ukraine demonstrate cohesion.

By Viktor Funk