The final text of COP28 does not mention the fossil fuels exit many countries had hoped for. However, the somewhat ambiguously worded sentence on "transitioning away from fossil fuels" is seen by many as a clear signal that the end of the fossil fuel era has been heralded.
By Lukas Knigge
Civil society and science representatives are cautiously optimistic about the outcome of COP28: The deal is a small step in the right direction. OPEC and the IEA are both satisfied. However, participants from the Global South feel left alone.
By Nico Beckert
Serbia is the most problematic among the EU accession candidates when it comes to China. President Aleksandar Vučić recently signed a free trade agreement with Beijing. The EU has little influence on this.
By Amelie Richter
A young competitor is challenging the Chinese online giant Alibaba. Now Pinduoduo has even overtaken the previous top dog in terms of market capitalization. Alibaba founder Jack Ma praises the attacker – and demands more commitment from his own team.
By Jörn Petring
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is changing the balance of power in Central Asia and thus weakening Russia. At the same time, relations with Moscow are developing very well. How is the Turkish president managing this?
By Markus Weisskopf
The Central Economic Work Conference has convened – and shifted the focus of economic policy. An increase in government debt indicates that Beijing now wants to kick-start the sluggish economy with additional spending after all.
By Redaktion Table
The Commission wants to strengthen democracy in the EU and defend it against foreign influence with a package of measures. The Parliament is also making demands.
By Corinna Visser
The negotiations at COP28 are being blocked primarily by Arab countries led by Saudi Arabia. This has a long tradition: The oil kingdom and its allies have been slowing down progress on climate action for a long time. And they are also responsible for the agonizingly slow UN process.
By Bernhard Pötter
The conflict in the South China Sea is entering a new phase. Manila wants to win international support with a new tactic. Germany and Europe could do more – and benefit themselves at the same time.
By Michael Radunski
The Economic Work Conference has taken place – and a policy shift was announced. The Chinese leadership will finally rely on fiscal stimulus to spur the sluggish economy. Work to solve local government debts is slowly progressing.
By Redaktion Table
