The EU has agreed on a reform of the Common European Asylum System (CEAS). However, many projects have yet to be tested in practice. In particular, the new rules on asylum procedures at the external borders are on shaky ground.
By Eric Bonse
The Ver.di union accuses Cosco Shipping in Hamburg of wage violations because the Chinese shipping company wants its containers to be secured by its own seafarers. At least, that's the apparent issue. Because behind the dispute lies a political matter.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Germany is massively underrepresented in the EU institutions. The EU's largest country accounts for 18.6 percent of the EU population. In the Commission, the Parliament and the Council, however, Germany consistently accounts for less than ten percent of civil servants, temporary and contract staff.
By Markus Grabitz
The worst earthquake in China in almost a decade is a tragedy for those affected. However, it is clear that the authorities have learned a lot since the big 2008 Wenchuan quake that killed over 70,000 people.
By Jörn Petring
The final text of COP28 does not contain the phase-out of fossil fuels that many countries had hoped for. However, many still see the somewhat ambiguously worded sentence on "phasing out fossil fuels" as a clear signal that the end of the fossil fuel era has been heralded.
By Lukas Knigge
Even after ten years, Valdis Dombrovskis wants to continue his work in the Commission. In former Latvian Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš, he has a notable rival in his own party, although he is currently the subject of much criticism in Latvia.
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Civil war is raging on the border between Myanmar and China. Traditionally, China has sided with the military junta. But this time, Beijing hesitates to support the military. The focus is on economic interests, geostrategy and online scams.
By Michael Radunski
Publisher Jimmy Lai is on trial in Hong Kong for his dedication to freedom and civil rights. He faces a life sentence for alleged violations of the National Security Law.
By Jörn Petring
Her re-election as Commission President is not a formality, say former Green top candidate Ska Keller and other MEPs. Above all, her treatment of the rule of law in Hungary is causing massive disgruntlement. But it is also about reforming the election procedure.
By Eric Bonse
It was supposed to be the EU's answer to the death of journalists and guarantee journalistic freedom and independence: the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA). What remains of the project after Friday's agreement and what it can achieve.
By Falk Steiner
