The development and expansion of a European charging infrastructure is considered one of the EU's most important projects for the future in order to decarbonize transport by road, water and air. But the trilogue on the AFIR Fit for 55 dossier is stalling badly.
By Lukas Knigge
The charter flight program of the German Chamber of Commerce Abroad was a lifeline for the German economy during the pandemic. Almost ten thousand passengers traveled with it. The program is coming to an end this weekend.
By Jörn Petring
Millions of Uyghurs are integrated into Xinjiang's economy through government job programs. They often work far away from their hometowns. This results in families being torn apart and children losing touch with their culture. Volkswagen rejects accusations of participating in this system.
By Marcel Grzanna
In many European cities, short-term rental of residential space to tourists is causing major problems. New harmonized EU rules are intended to ensure transparency.
By Corinna Visser
The majority needed to phase out internal combustion vehicles in 2035 is in question. In the Council of Ministers on Tuesday, Germany could derail what was still a consensus in the October trilogue agreement. The FDP sees the blame with the Commission and an unfulfilled recital.
By Lukas Knigge
The "Inflation Reduction Act" is decisive in achieving the USA's climate goals. With about 370 billion dollars in grants and tax breaks, US President Joe Biden wants to promote new and green industries, infrastructure construction and greater energy efficiency. The details are now emerging.
By Bernhard Pötter
China has approved more new coal-fired power plants in 2022 than at any time in the last seven years. Are the international climate targets at risk? Chinese peculiarities such as low utilization of power plants and the rapid expansion of renewables give a reason for hope. But some risks to the climate remain.
By Nico Beckert
The Inflation Reduction Act is now entering the implementation phase. What cannot be prevented by law at the federal level, Republicans want to slow down in certain states. But green growth opportunities also beckon them and their voters.
By Bernhard Pötter
China is expected to fall back into old habits at this weekend's People's Congress and fire up the real estate market to create growth. But investing in even more concrete will only add to the mountains of debt.
By Felix Lee
The Belarusian President did not travel to Beijing as Putin's envoy; on the contrary, he wanted to show independence. Nevertheless, the visit does not look good for China.
By Jörn Petring
