The Federal Minister of Finance sees no conflict with EU fiscal rules in the planned billion-euro programs: Strengthening growth and increasing spending are "two sides of the same coin." However, the Greens are questioning their approval of the necessary amendment to the Basic Law.
By Till Hoppe
The Constitutional Court in Romania will decide on Wednesday whether candidate Călin Georgescu will be allowed to run in the presidential election in May. If the court rules against him, the country faces the threat of even deeper division.
By Frank Stier
Just in time for the start of the coalition negotiations, the Climate Union presents a detailed action program. In it, it partially departs from the demands of the CDU election program and urges continuity in climate policy.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Brazil is facing major challenges with the COP30 in Belém: Read what the presidency is planning on the topics of finance, civil society and the UN process.
By Daniela Chiaretti
Russia is the largest market for Chinese cars outside the People's Republic. However, things will be challenging for Chinese car manufacturers in the future as the Russian government has started to push back against these exports.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Washington's trade policy drives Brussels into Beijing's arms – but genuine rapprochement looks different. China's overcapacity remains a problem, new trade defense proceedings are piling up, and no restart of the CAI investment agreement is in sight.
By Amelie Richter
In a press conference, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen explained that the funds under the ReArm Europe plan should benefit European industry. However, she plans to find ways to include countries such as the UK and Norway.
By Marc Winkelmann
Portugal's Prime Minister Montenegro will face a vote of confidence on Tuesday. It will probably lead to the fall of the government. The opposition accuses him of a conflict of interest due to a company he founded in 2021.
By Isabel Cuesta Camacho
From security guarantees and peacekeeping troops to rebuilding: China has signaled its willingness to mediate in the Ukraine conflict. However, this support is primarily based on strategic considerations.
By Angela Köckritz
Robot dogs could shape the future of warfare. That is why the Chinese state has been investing in private manufacturers of ground drones. Companies such as Unitree collaborate with the People's Liberation Army and are at the forefront of development.
By Fabian Peltsch
