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Gas in 2023: industrial demand more important than China

The gas crisis seems to be over for the time being. But whether the easing of tensions will last depends on many conditions. The most important variable: Will the lower prices be enough for industrial production in the EU to pick up again? British researchers, meanwhile, consider China's influence to be surprisingly small.

By Manuel Berkel

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