EU Agriculture Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski is proposing a significant relaxation in the implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy. However, experts believe that his plans are legally shaky.
By Julia Dahm
Russia is still circumventing the $60 limit on oil exports and is finding enough loopholes to import sanctioned goods. If the West does not succeed in stopping this, Putin will be able to continue financing the war against Ukraine.
By Viktor Funk
The presidential election in Indonesia revolves heavily around China. The economic influence of the People's Republic is enormous. Moreover, Chinese companies process the country's raw materials. This does not only have advantages, especially when it comes to relations with the USA.
By Redaktion Table
The electric car manufacturer Li Auto has set its sights on German manufacturers in the premium segment. The sales figures needed to achieve this are far beyond the forecast for the entire market. However, the rapid development of recent years seems to bring the ambitious goals within reach – despite a technology that is frowned upon in Europe.
By Christian Domke Seidel
In a final, 16-hour trilogue negotiation, the Belgian Council Presidency and the negotiators from the EU Parliament reached an agreement on the reform of EU debt rules. Although the outcome largely aligns with the Council's position, it is intended to create minor additional leeways for investments.
By Marc Winkelmann
German politicians welcome BASF's withdrawal from Xinjiang. And yet, there is criticism. Because the company reacted late. In order to avoid angering the Chinese leadership, BASF also stresses environmental reasons for its decision.
By Marcel Grzanna
The strong centrifugal forces within the German government are also being felt at the EU level. FDP ministers are causing turbulence in the Council with sudden maneuvers – and facing harsh criticism for it.
By Till Hoppe
New agreements between the EU and Canada aim to clarify that investment protection claims cannot hinder legitimate regulatory projects. Additionally, access to investment protection for SMEs is to be facilitated by reducing legal costs.
By Marc Winkelmann
With a new industry alliance, the EU Commission aims to make modular nuclear power plants (SMRs) deployable by the early 2030s. While small modular reactors offer some theoretical advantages, there are still several questions to be addressed.
By Manuel Berkel
After the electoral victory in November, Geert Wilders is struggling to rally partners for a right-wing coalition. A minority government with the right-wing populist at the helm may now be the outcome. Fresh elections don't seem to be an option at the moment.
By Stephan Israel
