At the beginning of March, the environment ministers of Germany, France, and Poland will meet. The three countries have very different climate policies – but that is precisely where the opportunities lie. Together, they could make decisive progress in advancing Europe’s climate policy.
By Marion Guénard and Sylwia Andralojc-Bodych
After months of wrangling, the Commission has presented its “Lex China” aimed at defending European industry. The Industrial Accelerator Act involves trading partners, but leaves room for new negotiations.
By Manuel Berkel and Markus Grabitz
In complex value chains, it is difficult to give a simple definition of what is “European.” Public contracting authorities and small and medium-sized enterprises fear new documentation requirements and rising costs.
By Till Hoppe and Manuel Berkel
Following Donald Trump’s threats to end all trade with Spain, the European Commission has pledged its support. It is calling on the US to fulfill its obligations under the customs agreement.
By Antonia Zimmermann
The EU presents a new port strategy that focuses on competitiveness and security. Foreign investments are to be systematically recorded and monitored.
By Julia Fiedler
The shadow rapporteurs for the AI Omnibus in the EU Parliament are seeking to delay the implementation of AI rules. This would give companies more time before the provisions of the AI Act take effect.
By Corinna Visser
The EU is seeking new approaches to accession negotiations with Ukraine and other candidate countries. While the traditional enlargement model is considered outdated, radical proposals are meeting with resistance in the member states.
By Stephan Israel and Till Hoppe
Experts from EU governments have been discussing oil and gas supplies. Read Table.Briefings to find out what will happen in the coming days.
By Manuel Berkel
Following the attack on Iran, Friedrich Merz met with Donald Trump in Washington. While the German chancellor took pains to avoid directly contradicting Trump, the US president unleashed sharp criticism of his European partners.
By Sara Sievert
Renew group leader Valérie Hayer sees clear signals of goodwill on the part of Manfred Weber to work together on compromises on important issues within the pro-European platform. The only way to protect Europeans, she says, is to strengthen integration.
By Markus Grabitz and Stephan Israel
