Pro-Russian parties could make significant gains in Moldova’s parliamentary elections on Sept. 28. At a joint appearance alongside President Maia Sandu, Chancellor Friedrich Merz, President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Donald Tusk stressed the country’s European prospects.
By Stephan Israel
Hamburg-based investor Luxcara is considering using Siemens Gamesa turbines for the planned “Waterkant” offshore wind farm in the North Sea – rather than from Chinese manufacturer Mingyang. Germany’s Defense Ministry (BMVg) had previously raised security concerns.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
Google is making concessions to the European Commission (EC). The Alphabet subsidiary is allowing developers to direct users to other websites for app purchases. Google is not convinced by the solution.
By Corinna Visser
EU investments for the Green Deal are at risk: The Centre for European Policy calls for strategic risk management to reduce barriers, safeguard costs and secure EUR 500 billion annually for decarbonization.
By Lukas Knigge
Beijing has responded directly for the first time to EU sanctions against Chinese financial institutions, banning two banks from Lithuania from doing business with partners in China. The move is seen as a warning to larger Chinese banks from the EU.
By Amelie Richter
In the border region, the Franco-German Parliamentary Assembly aims to make it easier to visit health facilities in the neighboring country. Bilingual kindergartens are also intended to promote mutual understanding.
By Manuel Berkel
Beijing has responded directly for the first time to EU sanctions against Chinese financial institutions, banning two banks from Lithuania from doing business with partners in China. The move is seen as a warning signal from the EU to larger Chinese banks.
By Amelie Richter
The Digital Services Coordinator (DSC) has published its first activity report since the Digital Services Act came into force. In 2024, the authority’s work was dominated by its establishment phase, while procedures remained opaque.
By Corinna Visser
Ukraine has been resisting the Russian invasion for more than three years – yet European support remains strong, according to an analysis by researchers at the Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW Kiel).
By Redaktion Table
Stricter controls, concrete barriers, and now foldable gates and roadblocks – Estonia is further tightening security along its border with Russia. It is not the first EU country to do so.
By Redaktion Table
