In his first government statement, the new Federal Chancellor announced an ambitious European policy.
By Till Hoppe
The New York Times has won its legal battle with the European Commission over text messages from the COVID crisis. In principle, all documents from EU institutions must be accessible, the court ruled. Exceptions must be well justified – the Commission now plans to revise its approach.
By Eric Bonse
Edi Rama is set for a fourth term as head of government in Tirana following the victory of his Socialist Party. The 60-year-old former artist scored points with his promise to lead the country into the EU by 2030.
By Frank Stier
Despite criticism of Aleksandar Vučić's trip to Moscow, António Costa visited Serbia's president in Belgrade. He assured the EU Council President that EU accession remains his country's top priority.
By Stephan Israel
The Employment Committee (EMPL) has drawn up its opinion on the reform of public procurement law. The demand: social and ecological criteria should be given greater consideration. Above all, the protection of employees through collective agreements is emphasized.
By Almut Siefert
The first European Oceans Pact is available in draft form. Oceans Commissioner Costas Kadis promises, first and foremost, to simplify existing legislation.
By Alex Veit
The EU Parliament's Environment Committee has confirmed the simplifications to the CBAM proposed by the Commission. The entire plenary still has to vote before the trilogue begins.
By Lukas Knigge
At the informal Energy Council in Warsaw, the end of energy imports from Russia was supported, but concerns were also raised. The new Minister for Economic Affairs, Katherina Reiche, warned of new dependencies.
By Manuel Berkel