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Shortly before the UN Climate Change Conference in Baku, the EU publishes figures on climate financing for developing countries. This time, the member states have exceeded the previous year's total.
By Redaktion Table
Micropollutants enter the water through medicines or make-up. In the EU, manufacturers will have to bear a significant proportion of the treatment costs in the future. Pharmaceutical associations warn of more drug shortages.
By Lukas Knigge
After lengthy negotiations, the EU finance ministers agreed on a reform to introduce a uniform VAT number across Europe and a standard for cross-border electronic invoices. However, implementation has been delayed.
By Marc Winkelmann
Temperatures are rising as a result of climate change – with effects on the soil quality of fields. A study shows worrying data on toxic metals in the soil.
By Redaktion Table
A study for the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) identifies serious infrastructural and market deficits in the transition to zero-emission vehicles. A lack of charging points, outdated power grids and the high dependency on raw material imports are jeopardizing the European targets.
By Lukas Knigge
Apple users will have more freedom of choice: The tech giant has published a Digital Markets Act (DMA) compliance report for its iPadOS operating system. The Commission wants to closely examine whether the changes are sufficient.
By Corinna Visser
The EU finance ministers recognize the great need for investment resulting from the restructuring of national economies. The heads of state and government will probably only adopt a slimmed-down declaration at their upcoming summit.
By Till Hoppe
South Korea has so far rebuffed the EU's request for more involvement in Ukraine. At the same time, Seoul is examining new possibilities for cooperation with Kyiv.
By Viktor Funk