Despite climate deniers propping up the government in Stockholm, experts are pleased with the Swedish EU Presidency on climate policy: Fair negotiations, successful legislation, and many proposals implemented. And if there were any doubts, Sweden voted against itself.
By Redaktion Table
Work on the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) is progressing – in the Council and Parliament. But whether the result will actually be more media freedom remains to be seen. There is a sharp criticism of the Council's plans.
By Falk Steiner
The heads of state and government provide security assurances to Ukrainian President Zelenskiy but are divided on what these entail. Hungary and Poland provoke a dispute over the migration pact.
By Stephan Israel
BASF is now producing cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries in Schwarzheide, aiming to reduce the CO2 footprint of EVs, among other things. A project of strategic importance for the EU, as the European battery industry urgently needs to become more competitive.
By Leonie Düngefeld
Whether and when the digital euro will come is for the ECB to decide. But the Commission has now made a proposal as to what the legal framework for a future digital currency might look like. Important is: It should complement cash, not replace it.
By Corinna Visser
The issue of security guarantees for Ukraine could lead to controversial discussions at the EU summit today and tomorrow. The migration crisis and future China policy will also be topics at the meeting of EU heads of state and government.
By Redaktion Table
Yesterday, Tuesday, the Environment Committee rejected the Commission's amended Nature Restoration Law. Thus, the plenary vote on the future of the now extremely politicized text will be decisive. Rapporteur Luena appealed to Commission President von der Leyen.
By Claire Stam
It is intended to help reduce risk: Intel's declaration of intent to invest in Magdeburg on an even larger and more modern scale than previously planned. The German government plans to invest almost €10 billion in this project. This is supposed to be a contribution to de-risking. But will it work? Experts have their doubts.
By Falk Steiner
Last week, the EU Commission expanded the catalog of economic activities that are to be considered sustainable under the green taxonomy. In addition to water supply and environmental protection, these include above all requirements for the circular economy. An overview.
By Leonie Düngefeld
As if nothing had happened: The Russian government simulates normalcy and insurgent mercenary chief Prigozhin justifies himself. The chaos in Russia will probably not have a short-term impact on the situation in Ukraine, but it will have a lasting impact on the country's political elite.
By Viktor Funk
