To gain access to powerful chips, Chinese AI companies are training their models in Southeast Asia. The region benefits from technology restrictions against China. But now the USA is easing the export ban on advanced Nvidia chips.
By Jörn Petring
European heads of state and government are intensifying their efforts to take a more independent stance on Ukraine policy vis-à-vis the USA. The aim is to strengthen Ukraine’s position in peace negotiations and secure financial support.
By Stephan Israel
A PESCO project led by Germany has spent two years producing coordinated European analyses for cyberspace. However, there is a lack of money and trust to continue successfully.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
In the run-up to the new EU strategy for SMR reactors, the federal office responsible for fuel transportation has warned against circumventing national safety standards. Large nuclear companies from the USA are pushing for international harmonization.
By Manuel Berkel
Avoiding them is relatively uncomplicated and inexpensive: Contrails can be avoided with just minor flight corrections. This is now being tested on a large scale by industry and science for the first time.
By Kai Schöneberg
Ten years after the Paris Agreement, the global transition away from fossil fuels is making progress, but is not certain. This is shown by a new comprehensive report from 21 major economies. Part 1: Brazil, China, Costa Rica and the EU.
By Bernhard Pötter
Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul's trip to Beijing brought a new willingness to talk, but still no concrete relief for German industry. While China is once again sending benevolent signals regarding rare earths, the urgently needed export licenses for German companies have not been granted for the time being.
By Amelie Richter
The air strikes between Thailand and Cambodia are a warning signal for investors. They are damaging ASEAN's credibility. The economic integration of Southeast Asia is at stake. China has its own role to play.
By Marcel Grzanna
The EU Commission wants to centralize the planning of cross-border energy infrastructure and draft its own scenarios. Approvals are to be accelerated and residents living near wind farms are to benefit financially.
By Manuel Berkel
The new US strategy devalues Europe as a partner. Troop reductions are becoming more likely.
By Nana Brink
