Many Chinese provinces and regions have lowered their economic targets for this year. The adjustments are seen as a signal that the leadership in Beijing may also announce a lower national growth target.
By Jörn Petring
Germany’s shift in development cooperation policy is increasingly shaping the work of the state development bank KfW. Last year, it offset declining budget resources with a substantial rise in market-based financing. Despite this, it is sharpening its regional focus on Africa.
By David Renke
The EU hopes to finalize the 20th sanctions package on the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, but the timetable is looking shaky. Ambitious plans for a ban on services for all Russian energy exports by sea are causing particular complications.
By Stephan Israel and Viktor Funk
Investments from third countries in EU ports are to be subject to stricter controls. This is provided for in a draft of the port strategy, which was made available to Table.Briefings.
By Markus Grabitz
New rules for controlling arms exports are intended to ease the burden on the defense industry and supervisory authorities. Tech companies in particular could benefit from this.
By Robert Wallenhauer
An increasing number of African countries see high-speed rail as a driver of growth by making mobility more affordable and efficient. However, some projects have delivered only limited success.
By Andreas Sieren
Investments from third countries in EU ports are to be subject to stricter controls. This is stipulated in a draft of the port strategy, which is available to Table.Briefings.
By Markus Grabitz
India’s new budget highlights the government’s priorities for the green transition, focusing on renewables, infrastructure, batteries, and low tariffs. The energy transition will move forward, even as emissions are likely to continue increasing.
By Urmi Goswami
South Africa’s JETP remains on track despite the US withdrawal, as Germany increases its support – though major challenges remain.
By Andreas Sieren
Ahead of next week’s meeting of European Union heads of state and government, energy-intensive industries are stepping up pressure for a more industry-friendly electricity price. To that end, they are calling for far-reaching changes to the state aid framework and the EU emissions trading system.
By Manuel Berkel and Lukas Knigge
