The CDU and CSU promise that the Commission will prepare an exit from the combustion engine phase-out after the election. So far, there is no indication as to whether Ursula von der Leyen has adopted this demand.
By Markus Grabitz
Ahead of the European elections, Table.Briefings provides an overview of the trends in the member states. In the Baltic states, Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine dominates the debate. The governments of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania fear that support for Ukraine is crumbling among their Western partners. At the same time, it is clear that the governing parties are losing support.
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The topic of economic security will gain importance in the next mandate. However, disagreements between member states and a lack of knowhow in the administrations make an independent EU approach difficult. The impetus will continue to come from the USA.
By Marc Winkelmann
Norway, Ireland and Spain are breaking with the long-standing stance of many Western countries of only recognizing a Palestinian state as part of a peace agreement with Israel. Palestine's ambassador in Berlin is calling for more speed from the German government.
By Markus Bickel
Ahead of the European elections, Table.Briefings provides an overview of the trends in the member states. In Belgium, Prime Minister De Croo and his seven-party government must fear for their majority. Regionalization and polarization could make the country ungovernable on June. 9
By Eric Bonse
Get to know the "Top of the Table": the 100 key figures on the German-speaking European scene. Selected by the Europe.Table editorial team in ten categories, from politics to administration, consulting, think tanks, foundations and NGOs. To conclude the series today: the most important personalities from the world of politics.
By Redaktion Table
Portugal's Costa is considered the favorite for the office of EU Council President. However, investigations by the public prosecutor's office, which led to his resignation as head of government at the end of November, could stand in his way – even if they are increasingly proving to be the result of speculation.
By Isabel Cuesta Camacho
The candidates from five party families argue above all about the demarcation to the right. However, the debate, which is broadcast across Europe, also shows the limits of the top candidate principle.
By Till Hoppe
Get to know the "Top of the Table": The 100 key figures on the German-speaking European scene. Selected by the Europe.Table Editorial Team in ten categories, from politics to administration, consulting, think tanks, foundations and NGOs. Today: the most important personalities from society.
By Redaktion Table
The AfD's expulsion from the far-right ID group in the European Parliament fits in with Marine Le Pen's strategy. She is pursuing a clear goal – and she has no use for the AfD, which relativizes the Holocaust.
By Markus Grabitz
