Hungary is currently being kept on its toes by mass protests against the government. The opposition wants to turn the upcoming European elections into a mood test for Orbán. Several parties could bring Hungarian members back to the EPP group.
By Alina Leimbach
The votes were less close than many expected: MEPs approved the reform package consisting of ten individual regulations. The vote is also likely to influence the European election campaign.
By Eric Bonse
The debt rules are forcing savings, while the need for investment is increasing. At the same time, the Next Generation EU investment program is coming to an end. A discussion about a successor program will be unavoidable – but the political hurdles are high.
By Marc Winkelmann
Shortly before the elections, the economics ministers of Germany, France and Italy are backing an ambitious EU industrial policy. They agree that bureaucracy must be reduced and the economy protected from unfair competition. Another demand is likely to cause tensions in Berlin.
By Marc Winkelmann
Björn Seibert is leading the campaign of EPP top candidate Ursula von der Leyen. The 43-year-old is von der Leyen's closest colleague in the Commission. EU diplomat Alexander Winterstein will be the spokesperson for the campaign.
By Markus Grabitz
The EU-US TTC Trade and Technology Council has brought visible successes in technology policy. The Americans were more dismissive when it came to trade policy. Nevertheless, the German industry wants to continue the dialog.
By Corinna Visser
Sadness, frustration and resignation in the bourgeois camp of opposing candidate Korčok. With the future head of state Peter Pellegrini at his side, Prime Minister and Putin friend Fico can now rule through.
By Experts Table.Briefings
Several Commissioners question the appointment of the CDU European Parliament member, but they intervene likely too late: Pieper is set to begin his role as Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SME) representative within the agency by mid-April.
By Till Hoppe
After the surprising victory in the local elections, the Turkish opposition is triumphant. However, EU politician Sergey Lagodinsky warns against premature euphoria over the supposed end of the Erdoğan era.
By Leonard Schulz
Valérie Hayer, Chair of the Renew Group in the EU Parliament, wants to enshrine a principle of reciprocity in trade agreements in future. The Renaissance lead candidate describes the Mercosur deal as a "bad agreement".
By Claire Stam
