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ETS and CBAM: The EU on a promotional tour

The EU delegation travelled to the climate conference in Glasgow with the declared aim of showing the UN states ways to decarbonise. It was not really successful. And yet some measures, such as the planned border adjustment, are already having an effect. The best example: Turkey.

By Timo Landenberger

Chip industry: EU Commission allows more subsidies

The authority opens up a new possibility for member states to promote semiconductor manufacturers. Competition Commissioner Vestager had raised concerns. Experts warn against seeing state aid as a panacea for supply bottlenecks.

By Till Hoppe

'Common prosperity' – China's plans for redistribution

"Common prosperity" is currently the main slogan of China's President Xi Jinping. Curbing inequality could significantly shape the country's policies in the coming years. But is Beijing really aiming for a major societal shift? Or are the many speeches about "common prosperity" more an expression of a new populism?

By Nico Beckert

China Pavillon Dubai

Expo 2020: dancing drones over Dubai

The Chinese pavilion at this year's Expo in Dubai does not shine with innovations. Rather, China is using the world exhibition as a stage to represent its own image.

By Marcel Grzanna

Replacement of China boss: VW struggles with own ambitions

Stephan Woellenstein is probably about to be replaced as Head of Volkswagen Group China. He apparently failed due to bad timing, unrealistic demands by the company and a difficult market. China's press also took note of sale difficulties at VW.

By Redaktion Table

Nord Stream 2: no fast certification

The Federal Network Agency has suspended the certification of the Nord Stream 2 Baltic Sea pipeline indefinitely. First, the operating company would have to be organized according to German law. This could delay operations by another year, legal experts say.

By Timo Landenberger

Council position on DSA: the essentials

The Council position on the Digital Services Act is on the home stretch. Finally, the member states have made some changes to their position – an overview of the most important points.

By Falk Steiner