Following the resignation of Prime Minister Antonio Costa in the wake of a corruption scandal, Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has announced early parliamentary elections. The corruption scandal could bring new voters to the extreme right.
By Redaktion Table
The Nature Restoration Law will enable the EU to meet its international obligations in relation to biodiversity and climate action. However, the agreement in the trilogue is not yet the end of the bitter political battle that began before the summer.
By Claire Stam
For three decades, the car symbolized prosperity, advancement and growth. With the Covid pandemic, however, the bicycle has begun its third triumphant march in China. This time, the focus is on sustainable rise – also in line with the political will.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Scientists at Tsinghua University have developed a new type of AI chip that calculates with light particles and will be far superior to conventional semiconductors. However, it is unclear when it will go into mass production. In the meantime, The US is tightening export restrictions.
By Jörn Petring
Now that the structure of the loss and damage fund has been decided on, it remains unclear where the money will come from – and how much it could be. UNCTAD has now listed potential sources: If political will exists, a lot of capital is available.
By Bernhard Pötter
In a government statement, Rishi Sunak reaffirms his course on energy and climate policy: Maintaining the net zero target while extracting more oil and gas from the North Sea and reducing climate standards for buildings and transport. Opposition and experts decry regression.
By Redaktion Table
President Marcos departs from his predecessor's policies and cooperates with Japan for new railway lines instead of China. He allows a higher military presence from the USA and skipped the Belt and Road Forum. This amounts to a departure from the Belt and Road Initiative.
By Jörn Petring
Shortly before the summit meeting between Joe Biden and Xi Jinping in San Francisco, China has presented a long-awaited strategy for reducing methane emissions. The plan lacks ambition, but it could open doors in negotiations.
By Nico Beckert
Commission President von der Leyen confirms that Ukraine has fulfilled more than 95% of the conditions for accession talks. Support comes from Berlin and the European Parliament.
By Stephan Israel
The Data Act is intended to establish a single European market for data, but companies fear for their trade secrets. The vote on the trilogue result in the plenary session of the European Parliament takes place against this backdrop.
By Corinna Visser
