The images of the clearing of the village of Lützerath tarnish Germany's reputation in international climate negotiations, according to expert Richard Klein. This would give other countries the ability to insist on a slower transition and justify the suppression of civil society.
By Bernhard Pötter
For the first time in its history, the UN Climate Change Conference in December will be chaired by the head of an oil and gas company. The United Arab Emirates presents itself as modern, efficient and ambitious for the conference in Dubai. But their climate track record so far is rather poor.
By Bernhard Pötter
To meet the Paris climate targets, carbon dioxide must be removed from the atmosphere. But many carbon dioxide removal (CDR) methods are still in their infancy. Scientists are now urging policymakers to quickly devise a plan to promote negative emissions.
By Alexandra Endres
China is Indonesia's most important business partner. At the same time, Jakarta is defending itself against Beijing's aggressive actions in disputed waters. With its many raw materials, the emerging country becomes more important for China. It is a complicated relationship.
By Christiane Kuehl
A so-called hardliner is Beijing's new top representative in Hong Kong. Zheng Yanxiong now controls the implementation of the national security law. Former democratic politicians in the city are appalled.
By Marcel Grzanna
From the German point of view, the planned EU Packaging Ordinance provides significant progress. However, the Commission proposal falls enormously short of the German level on many points. The packaging industry criticizes the planned reusable quotas.
By Leonie Düngefeld
Europe sees itself as a global pioneer in climate protection – and also wants to benefit from this economically. At the World Economic Forum, Commission President von der Leyen spelled out what the response to corresponding industrial programs in the USA or China should look like.
By Till Hoppe
China surpasses Germany in car exports – this news caught the attention of the automotive industry at the start of the week. But while China's numbers included commercial vehicles, Germany's did not. So Germany remains ahead of China for the time being, but this is no reason for the German auto industry to rest easy.
By Frank Sieren
After zero-Covid, full Covid has taken its toll on the economy. But as immunity progresses, economic recovery is considered certain for 2023. However, the declining population is a cause for concern in the long term.
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What is the best way to get data traffic between companies going? Digital spaces should enable exchange and involve many users. The EU sees great potential in this.
By Corinna Visser
