The EU is creating a joint procurement mechanism to make it easier for European companies to purchase strategic raw materials.
By Leonie Düngefeld
Industrial companies, data centers and large batteries in the EU are running out of options for connecting to the power grid. According to a leak, the Commission is making proposals on how to solve the problem – with noticeable consequences for companies too.
By Manuel Berkel
Germany is proposing to postpone the EU law on deforestation-free supply chains for another year. In addition, the Commission is to be asked to submit a proposal for the revision of the law in April.
By Markus Grabitz
The Federation of German Industry has criticized the European Space Act for being too bureaucratic and creating additional costs for the space industry. Instead, it is calling for less regulation and a clear division of responsibilities.
By Corinna Visser
At 1.2%, Germany’s GDP growth in 2026 will be slightly lower than the EU average. At the same time, the Commission forecasts that Germany will exceed the contractual EU deficit limit of three percent this year and in the next two years.
By Marion Bergermann
The Commission President has presented three options on meeting Ukraine’s financial requirements. In addition to bilateral grants, these could include joint debt instruments. The Commission is accommodating Belgian interests in its preferred option of reparation loans using frozen funds from the Russian central bank.
By Stephan Israel
Denmark has announced a new climate target at COP30. The country wants to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 82% by 2035, which is higher than the overall EU target.
By Lukas Knigge
The member states were unable to agree on a substantive position at COP11 for a WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control. For this reason, the EU will not have a say in the matter at the conference, which begins today in Geneva.
By Markus Grabitz
The EU relied on the plans to extract raw materials in Serbia. It hoped that this would reduce its dependence on China. Lithium is needed for digitalization and for batteries in electric cars.
By Frank Stier
Austria introduces a declaration for all EU member states at the Franco-German summit on digital sovereignty. The initiative aims to promote domestic solutions. ZVEI and FIEEC are also calling for more investment in European technology.
By Corinna Visser
