Parliament and the Commission are negotiating a new framework agreement for their cooperation: MEPs are pushing for more say in crisis measures and a commitment from Ursula von der Leyen's authority to question existing laws more closely.
By Till Hoppe
New Chinese military maneuvers are expected on Thursday to disturb Taiwan's National Day. The USA and others have long been playing out the worst-case scenario, which could turn the Taiwan Strait into a "hellscape".
By Angela Köckritz
Colombia, host of the COP16 biodiversity summit, wants to completely abandon fossil fuels – an ambitious project. But success is not guaranteed. And the government has little time until the next elections in 2026.
By Alexandra Endres
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán comes to the European Parliament to present the priorities of the Hungarian Council Presidency. The day before, he explained to the press why he has switched to opposition in Brussels.
By Markus Grabitz
China's economic stimulus program disappoints analysts and investors. The stoked optimism has quickly faded. However, despite the absence of important measures to boost consumption for the time being, the economy could benefit in the coming year.
By Jörn Petring
As Competition Commissioner, Teresa Ribera will play a key role in shaping European economic policy. However, some in the energy sector blame the long-standing minister for a lack of investment security. Cautious criticism is also coming from the EU Parliament.
By Manuel Berkel
From teachers to bank employees: More and more Chinese are being forced to hand in their passports to the authorities. Beijing wants to protect its people from "intellectual pollution" abroad.
By Redaktion Table
The defeat in the vote on tariffs against e-cars from China shows the state of the German Chancellor's authority among European heads of state and government. Olaf Scholz had already alienated partners before.
By Till Hoppe
Chinese stocks have made an impressive rally since the end of September. However, analysts warn that the positive sentiment could quickly evaporate if the Chinese government does not follow up on its stimulus program.
By Jörn Petring
Three months after the start of negotiations, the problems are piling up. There are disputes about the rule of law, trouble with Poland and resentment towards President Zelenskiy. Brussels is bracing itself for a prolonged impasse.
By Eric Bonse
