Parliament and the Commission are negotiating a new framework agreement for their cooperation: MEPs are pushing for more say in crisis measures and a commitment from Ursula von der Leyen's authority to question existing laws more closely.
By Till Hoppe
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán comes to the European Parliament to present the priorities of the Hungarian Council Presidency. The day before, he explained to the press why he has switched to opposition in Brussels.
By Markus Grabitz
As Competition Commissioner, Teresa Ribera will play a key role in shaping European economic policy. However, some in the energy sector blame the long-standing minister for a lack of investment security. Cautious criticism is also coming from the EU Parliament.
By Manuel Berkel
The defeat in the vote on tariffs against e-cars from China shows the state of the German Chancellor's authority among European heads of state and government. Olaf Scholz had already alienated partners before.
By Till Hoppe
Three months after the start of negotiations, the problems are piling up. There are disputes about the rule of law, trouble with Poland and resentment towards President Zelenskiy. Brussels is bracing itself for a prolonged impasse.
By Eric Bonse
Prime Minister Michel Barnier wants to cut public spending and introduce a special tax for large companies and wealthy households. The Commission will formulate its recommendations as part of the excessive deficit procedure in November.
By Claire Stam
Manfred Weber, leader of the EPP group and the party, wants to reform the party. His personnel decisions have met with resistance. He is also planning reshuffles in the group's administration.
By Markus Grabitz
The EU Commission plans to set a maximum quota for Chinese electrolyzers in future green hydrogen tenders. It fears the EU will become too dependent on imported electrolyzers from China. The European hydrogen industry welcomes the move.
By Manuel Berkel
The industry ministers agree with Mario Draghi's analysis. "The time to act is now", they say after the Competitiveness Council. However, when it comes to concrete steps, the ministers manage no more than a minimum consensus.
By Marc Winkelmann
The FPÖ is ahead in all polls and wants to appoint Herbert Kickl as chancellor. However, it is quite possible that there will instead be a coalition of three parties without the participation of the right-wing populists – with the sister party of the German FDP.
By Okan Bellikli
