The EU Parliament wants to position itself on the reform of public procurement law by the summer. In the Employment Committee, the struggle for its own position has begun.
By Alina Leimbach
The Trump administration has submitted a seven-point proposal aimed at ending Russia's war in Ukraine. The response to the proposal, which is largely to the detriment of Ukraine, has been negative. Foreign Minister Marco Rubio therefore canceled a trip to London.
By Stephan Israel
The attempt by right-wing MEPs to further weaken the CO₂ border adjustment mechanism failed in the European Parliament's Trade Committee on Wednesday. Instead, the committee members confirmed the EU Commission's proposal.
By Lukas Knigge
On Tuesday and Wednesday, the Christian Democratic party family EPP will meet for its congress in Valencia. The party reform will be voted on, and a new party leadership will be elected. EPP leader Manfred Weber does not have to reckon with an opposing candidate.
By Markus Grabitz
Apple has to pay EUR 500 million because the company restricts developers' customer contact. Meta has to pay a fine because it does not give users a good way to protect themselves from personalized advertising. The amount of the fines is far below the limits set by the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
By Marc Winkelmann
The EU defense industry program (EDIP) is to be endowed with over EUR 20 billion. And the European share of the funding criteria for joint projects is to be 70%. Two points in the compromise that the responsible parliamentary committees want to adopt today.
By Stephan Israel
EU member states should also be able to use research and cohesion funds for the development of dual-use products. The EU Commission has presented a corresponding regulation that should allow existing funding programs more flexibility.
By Stephan Israel
The EU Commission's consultation on General Purpose AI (GPAI) models runs until May 22. Until then, interested parties should share their experiences with the practical application of GPAI models. The Commission will then propose guidelines.
By Markus Grabitz
Spain is the fourth-largest EU economy. Despite this, the country is one of the worst performers within NATO in terms of defense spending. Now there is a surprising announcement.
By Redaktion Table
