Following the agreement reached by energy ministers on electricity market reform, experts discuss the consequences for companies and consumers. Answers to the most important questions.
By Manuel Berkel
The World Bank reforms agreed in Marrakech mark a milestone, says Rishikesh Bhandary, climate finance researcher at Boston University. Now it is a matter of putting them into practice. One particularly urgent task is to find a way to deal with the debt crisis.
By Alexandra Endres
This debate will dominate COP28: Should countries completely phase out fossil fuels for the energy sector or rely on the controversial carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology? A reality check of a technology that is being hailed as a holistic solution.
By Nico Beckert
In the Israel-Hamas conflict, China positions itself against the West. While Beijing claims to be neutral, it shows greater sympathy for the Palestinians and refrains from criticizing Hamas but expresses concern about Israel. China's perspective is not unique within the BRICS nations, especially with the inclusion of new members starting in January.
By Frank Sieren
The bloody conflict between Israel and Hamas also affects the COP28 climate conference in Dubai in six weeks. Besides security issues, new geopolitical tensions and rising gas and oil prices are a cause of concern for observers. There are even rumors that the conference will be canceled or postponed.
By Bernhard Pötter
With the support of his "close friend" Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping outlines the future of the century project at the Belt and Road Forum. The Silk Road is set to become greener and more digital.
By Jörn Petring
China.Table presents a quarterly evaluation of investments along the New Silk Road in cooperation with Germany Trade and Invest. In the third quarter of 2023, the focus of new investments has shifted to China's neighbors – especially in Southeast Asia.
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At the last minute, EU energy ministers in Luxembourg agreed on a common position on reforming the electricity market. However, it has not yet been clarified to what extent France can subsidize the price of electricity for its industry thanks to its old nuclear power plants.
By Manuel Berkel
Poland is on the verge of a change of power: The Alliance of Donald Tusk's Civic Coalition, the Third Way and the Left has a majority in the next Sejm and can replace the PiS government. In an interview with Markus Grabitz, Polish MEP and publicist Róża Maria Gräfin von Thun und Hohenstein (Renew) explains what needs to change in Poland's EU policy with the change of government.
By Markus Grabitz
Vladimir Putin is the guest of honor at the anniversary summit of the Belt and Road Initiative in Beijing, even though an international warrant is out for his arrest for war crimes. That says a lot about Putin and the state of the New Silk Road. And about China under Xi Jinping.
By Michael Radunski
