Despite climate deniers propping up the government in Stockholm, experts are pleased with the Swedish EU Presidency on climate policy: Fair negotiations, successful legislation, and many proposals implemented. And if there were any doubts, Sweden voted against itself.
By Magnus Nilsson
The issue of security guarantees for Ukraine could lead to controversial discussions at the EU summit today and tomorrow. The migration crisis and future China policy will also be topics at the meeting of EU heads of state and government.
By Redaktion Table
The recent German-Chinese government consultations were marked by a new sense of mistrust in the field of research. The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) currently sees "limited scope for new collaborations". The scientific community is seeking a new approach. Experts recommend case-by-case considerations and increased dialogue instead of less.
By Tim Gabel
The uprising led by Yevgeny Prigozhin in Russia raises the question: Is something similar possible in China? While the era of warlords in China is long gone, the leadership in Beijing also fears a potential coup from within the military.
By Michael Radunski
Yesterday, Tuesday, the Environment Committee rejected the Commission's amended Nature Restoration Law. Thus, the plenary vote on the future of the now extremely politicized text will be decisive. Rapporteur Luena appealed to Commission President von der Leyen.
By Claire Stam
It is intended to help reduce risk: Intel's declaration of intent to invest in Magdeburg on an even larger and more modern scale than previously planned. The German government plans to invest almost €10 billion in this project. This is supposed to be a contribution to de-risking. But will it work? Experts have their doubts.
By Falk Steiner
Last week, the EU Commission expanded the catalog of economic activities that are to be considered sustainable under the green taxonomy. In addition to water supply and environmental protection, these include above all requirements for the circular economy. An overview.
By Leonie Düngefeld
For the first time since the end of the pandemic, a World Economic Forum is being held in China. At the "Summer Davos" in Tianjin, Premier Li Qiang calls for putting an end to the talk about dependencies – and promises stable growth. The mood is different from the first installments of the Summer Davos.
By Jörn Petring
The decoupling of the Chinese semiconductor market is in full swing. Local production is the key to remaining relevant in China. International manufacturers, however, find themselves caught between the fronts of trade disputes, as the example of Micron shows.
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As if nothing had happened: The Russian government simulates normalcy and insurgent mercenary chief Prigozhin justifies himself. The chaos in Russia will probably not have a short-term impact on the situation in Ukraine, but it will have a lasting impact on the country's political elite.
By Viktor Funk
