The government in Vienna wants to implement proposals for the electricity price that are circulating for the gas market in Germany. The opposition, on the other hand, wants a comprehensive price cap along the lines of Spain and Portugal.
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Europe.Table was able to view the German government's position on reforming debt rules. The document outlines that while the government coalition is holding on to the Maastricht criteria, they also want to push for more investment flexibility in Brussels.
By Markus Grabitz
When the German government adopted its start-up strategy last week, the goals were ambitious. With the self-proclaimed "Progress Coalition", Germany is to finally see the emergence of more unicorns – and improve the conditions for them. The European component also has a key role in this.
By Falk Steiner
China's military exercises have also affected some of the world's most important trade routes. Taiwan's authorities have urged ship captains to avoid the zones. However, analysts say there will only be a potential impact on global supply chains if the military drills are extended or prolonged.
By Nico Beckert
As part of the strategy to reduce industrial and household emissions, the EU Commission has proposed stricter guidelines for fluorinated greenhouse gases. In the debate on how to achieve Europe's climate targets, F-gases have so far played a minor role. Quite wrongly, because the savings potential is huge.
By Lukas Knigge
While Germany continues to struggle over the appointment of a Digital Services Coordinator, other EU member states are also faced with the question of what adjustments the Digital Services Act requires and which authorities are to perform the tasks. In Austria, some questions are easier to answer.
By Falk Steiner
Plans for a new crisis instrument are taking shape, according to information available to Europe.Table. As stated in an internal document, the EU Commission wants to instruct member states which sensitive products should be stockpiled and according to which criteria they should be allocated to the industry in the event of a crisis.
By Markus Grabitz
Two-thirds of all chips currently come from East Asia. The Europeans and the Americans want to change that. Both have passed enormous subsidy programs to promote their respective semiconductor industries. In the meantime, China creeps quietly to the top.
By Felix Lee
Budget Commissioner Johannes Hahn is calling on EU member states to agree on additional sources of funding by 2023 or 2024, saying that only on this condition can the levies be technically implemented.
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In the gas crisis, the profits of companies in the energy trade have risen sharply, and banks are profiting from the rise in interest rates, according to the Spanish government. Many governments in Europe are therefore discussing taxes on excess profits, including the German government. Madrid has now decided on this measure.
By Isabel Cuesta Camacho
