Rapporteur Norbert Lins (CDU) wants to amend the European Commission’s proposals regarding the capping of CAP funds. The debate is being fueled by media reports about alleged CAP payments to an Arab ruling family.
By Julia Dahm
The Council of the European Union has agreed on its negotiating position with regard to changes to the regulations governing the organic sector.
By Merle Heusmann
The Council has approved additional aid for workers who are at risk of unemployment. This extends the Globalization Adjustment Fund (EGF) through Dec. 31, 2027.
By Marion Bergermann
With the Industrial Accelerator Act, the Commission is aiming to protect emerging key industries from competition from China and other countries. The German government’s comments now indicate how Berlin intends to further develop the draft.
By Manuel Berkel
Large language models are getting better and better at identifying vulnerabilities in software. This can be exploited for AI-powered cyberattacks. Experts warn that Europe is not sufficiently prepared for such attacks. Here’s what they suggest.
By Anne Brüning
The European Commission has proposed new benchmarks for the allocation of free carbon allowances. However, no one seems entirely satisfied with them.
By Lukas Knigge
According to Bernd Lange, European Union institutions should be able to conclude negotiations on implementing the US trade deal on May 19.
By Antonia Zimmermann
The Cyprus Council Presidency has put forward a new compromise on tobacco taxes, offering concessions to critics on most tax rates and transition periods for member states
By Markus Grabitz
Germany has yet to submit a social climate plan to Brussels and, consequently, is not currently receiving funds from the EU’s Social Climate Fund. While there is no risk that the money will be forfeited, its usefulness in mitigating the social impact of the green transition is limited.
By Lukas Knigge
To avert fuel shortages caused by the war in Iran, the European Commission is authorizing the use of US fuel. Aircraft may be refueled with Jet A instead of the standard Jet A-1, while new guidelines also set out passenger rights in the event of shortages.
By Redaktion Table
