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Despite agreement before BRICS+: Why the Sino-Indian border dispute may continue

The BRICS+ summit in the Russian city of Kazan brings together high-ranking delegations from 36 countries. While Putin and Xi reaffirm their "no limits" partnership as usual, the remarkable agreement in the border dispute between India and China is making headlines. However, there are doubts whether the agreement will bring lasting peace to the region.

By Amelie Richter

Netzausbau und Energiewende - der Transport von Windenergie vom Norden in den Süden der Bundesrepublik krankt immer noch am schleppenden Ausbau des Stromnetzes.

Grid fees: BMWK wants to reallocate costs

The Federal Ministry of Economics wants to redistribute the costs for the expansion of the European electricity grid between the member states. The role of the existing players in grid planning should also be reconsidered.

By Manuel Berkel

World Bank and IMF: How member states are slowing down the reform process

At the annual meeting of the World Bank and IMF, observers and NGOs praise the reform efforts – and warn that this momentum is dwindling. The member states should provide more money, but there is little sign of this. Germany and the ECB also continue to reject an important lever for more climate financing.

By Nico Beckert