The environmental policy expert and medical doctor Peter Liese has been chosen as the lead candidate for the North Rhine-Westphalia CDU in the European elections. Other well-known names follow in promising positions.
By Manuel Berkel
Ivanna Volochiy could become the first native Ukrainian in the EU Parliament. The liberal party Kustiba Par! from Latvia has nominated her as their lead candidate for the European elections. Her main goal is Ukraine's accession to the EU and NATO.
By Manuel Berkel
The Member States unanimously voted in favor of the AI Act. However, they have given the Commission specific tasks to accomplish. Furthermore, the vote in Parliament is not guaranteed to pass smoothly.
By Corinna Visser
The European Parliament and member states have agreed: Manufacturers of smartphones, televisions or washing machines will be obliged to offer repair services. Governments are also expected to create financial incentives such as repair vouchers.
By Leonie Düngefeld
Macron warns against excessive regulation while simultaneously opening up markets, stating that Europe risks its sovereignty.
By Marc Winkelmann
The reorganization of committees in the European Parliament will not be decided upon before the end of the current legislative term. However, changes to the cooperation among committees are still expected. This decision was made by the Parliament's leaders.
By Markus Grabitz
The Council and Parliament have reached a political agreement on the Single Market Emergency Instrument (SMEI). In times of crisis, border closures should be avoided as much as possible. Member states have 18 months to implement the rules.
By Markus Grabitz
The European Commission has proposed extending the suspension of tariffs and trade quotas for Ukraine. However, following criticism from the agricultural sector and some member states, emergency brakes are to be implemented.
By Julia Dahm
The former Secretary-General of the EU Commission is taking up a guest professorship at the University of Vienna, stepping down from his position as EU Ambassador to Austria. Martin Selmayr apparently sees no further career opportunities within the Commission.
By Till Hoppe
How well are children actually protected by the Digital Services Act? Nearly half a year after it came into force for the largest providers and just over two weeks before it comes into force generally, a hearing by the European People's Party revealed significant shortcomings.
By Falk Steiner
