Despite some progress, the German government's climate policy is still rated as "insufficient" by the Climate Action Tracker. The traffic light coalition must accelerate the energy transition even further and develop a strategy for the transport sector – otherwise there is a risk of driving bans. Contributions to international climate financing should be tripled.
By Nico Beckert
China's cities and municipalities are selling their silverware. The old revenue streams have dried up, and borrowing has exceeded the limits. Debts are running into the trillions and the first defaults are occurring.
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A bitter dispute is raging in Spain between platform economy companies and the authorities. The issue is whether the couriers are employees. The dispute shows how difficult it is to get to grips with the industry.
By Alina Leimbach
Many politicians urge reducing dependency on China. German companies are taking a different approach, at least when it comes to research: They are even more active locally to avoid falling behind.
By Jörn Petring
There is a gap between the EU states' military support for Ukraine and the actual deliveries. At the informal meeting in Brussels, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Josep Borrell urged the foreign ministers to put their money where their mouth is.
By Stephan Israel
Illegal content can also be found on other platforms. Nevertheless, Telegram plays a special role. Experts therefore do not assume that the heads of the other platforms will also face prosecution.
By Corinna Visser
Even if the US Security Advisor's visit to China did not yield any surprising statements or decisions: The tone of the public statements was noticeably more constructive. However, it remains to be seen whether relations will change.
By Christiane Kuehl
The status of marriage as a traditional institution has suffered greatly in China. Especially educated women question the point of marriage. The government is trying to counter this by promoting traditional family models.
By Fabian Peltsch
CDU leader Friedrich Merz has caught the EU off guard with his statements on asylum policy. But what he is calling for is largely difficult to implement. At the same time, EU law already offers some possibilities, according to Brussels.
By Eric Bonse
Until recently, the left-wing alliance NFP celebrated itself as the winner of the parliamentary elections in France. However, the left-wing forces are now so divided that a split is imminent. This would be a success for President Macron's calculations.
By Claire Stam
