Yesterday, the leaders of more than 40 countries met for the first time in Prague under the European Political Community. The new format is also aimed to demonstrate cohesion toward Russia. The debate on how to deal with the energy crisis dominated the meeting – but the EU states did not demonstrate unity.
By Ella Joyner
After Germany, Luxembourg also backs out. The Grand Duchy only wants to join the complaint before the European Court of Justice, but not take action itself. The deadline is October 10.
By Eric Bonse
Prague is the scene of a double summit, today in the new framework of the European Political Community and on Friday as an informal EU summit. But the dispute over the gas price cap and national aid packages overshadow the high-profile meetings.
By Stephan Israel
According to information available to Europe.Table, Commission President von der Leyen has announced that the revision of the Chemicals Regulation will be postponed. Industry and members of the European Union pushed for this – they warn of further burdens. But resistance is stirring among the member states.
By Markus Grabitz
According to information available to Europe.Table, Berlin is expecting almost empty storage facilities next spring. Experts also warn that the following winter will probably be even more difficult than this one.
By Manuel Berkel
The German "defensive shield" against high energy prices triggers calls in other EU states for new EU debt. Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Prime Minister Rutte reject the calls. They are relying on other instruments to reduce high gas prices.
By Redaktion Table
If British Prime Minister and Brexit hardliner Liz Truss had hoped for a glorious first four weeks in office, she will be disappointed today. Not that you can tell that from her media appearances.
By Ella Joyner
Paris has unveiled a new legislative proposal to accelerate the development of renewable energy in France. To achieve this, the government is counting on speeding up the issuance of permits and reducing administrative hurdles, which are a problem in France – as they are in most other member states.
By Claire Stam
Elections will be held in Bosnia-Herzegovina on Sunday. Russia's war against Ukraine has brought the Balkan state back into focus. Nationalists are paralyzing the country, which is struggling with a fragile government structure. There is also criticism of the post of high representative.
By Stephan Israel
Rising prices and, above all, the planned pension reform bill brings people in France to the streets. But President Emmanuel Macron is determined to stay the course. But since he lost the absolute majority, he will be forced to make concessions.
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