Until now, China was the most populous country in the world. But now the population is declining – and earlier than expected; India is currently surpassing it. In an interview with Felix Lee, demography expert Yi Fuxian explains the consequences for society, the economy and the rest of the world.
By Redaktion Table
Euro 7 for cars and vans will arrive in July 2025 under the Commission's proposal. The date is no longer achievable due to delays in the legislative process and the rapporteur also slows the process.
By Markus Grabitz
The Commission has removed the central obstacle to the development of the European hydrogen economy. The Parliament even let the trilogue on the Renewable Energies Directive fall through last week due to the lack of a decision.
By Manuel Berkel
Time is running short. As early as March, the heads of state and government are expected to give the Commission direction on reforming the Stability and Growth Pact. At present, however, the positions are still far apart. A meeting of the finance ministers tomorrow is unlikely to change that much.
By Max Mustermann
Yesterday, the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive passed the Parliament's Industry Committee. By 2030, existing buildings will have to meet minimum energy standards. However, almost a quarter of buildings is supposed to remain exempt from the renovation obligations for longer – it's just one of many loopholes.
By Manuel Berkel
The heads of state and government agree that the approval processes for state aid for climate-friendly technologies should become faster and more predictable. In this way, they want to preserve Europe's competitiveness. Initially, there will be no new EU funds for this purpose, but existing funds will be used more flexibly.
By Eric Bonse
To the Americans, it is clear: The downed Chinese balloon was used for espionage. But with the new findings, there is also growing certainty: The US has long underestimated China's ambitions and capabilities.
By Michael Radunski
The German Free Democratic Party (FDP) calls for greater networking of the world's democracies in order to be able to take a stronger position vis-à-vis China. It wants Germany's economy to undergo stress tests in the event of a crisis to avoid becoming susceptible to coercion.
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The US-sanctioned governor of Xinjiang, Erkin Tuniyaz, is traveling to Europe. Probably to try and downplay the human rights crimes committed by his government against the Uyghurs. This move is met with disapproval by politicians and human rights activists.
By Marcel Grzanna
The Ukrainian president was meant to feel right at home on his trip to the EU. After his European tour via London, Paris and Brussels, the Ukrainian president hopes for the delivery of fighter jets.
By Stephan Israel
