A delay would jeopardize the ambitious schedule.
By Gabriel Bub
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has defended the energy deal with the USA against criticism. She emphasizes that US LNG will help reduce Russian gas imports and that the methane regulation will ensure low emission levels.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU Parliament has approved the European Defense Industry Program (EDIP) by a large majority. At EUR 1.5 billion, the European defense industry will be strengthened and its dependence on imports reduced.
By Stephan Israel
Shortly before the potentially decisive trilogue on a relaxation of EU genetic engineering legislation, skeptics and supporters are appealing to negotiators. Several German companies warn of the economic consequences of possible deregulation.
By Julia Dahm
The EPP abandoned its attempt at short notice to fast-track the Mercosur safeguard clauses through Parliament. Some member states are waiting for their adoption before committing to a position on the Mercosur agreement.
By Julia Dahm and János Allenbach-Ammann
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is due to travel to Washington this week. Following a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, French President Emmanuel Macron expressed doubts about Russia’s willingness to agree to a ceasefire.
By Viktor Funk, Markus Bickel and Stephan Israel
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul plans to travel to Beijing before the end of the year. He said he is ready at any time to place greater emphasis on the partnership aspect of the bilateral relationship.
By Angela Köckritz
Indonesia has identified 128 hydrocarbon basins across the archipelago – but only 20 have been developed so far. New government regulations are aimed at attracting foreign investors.
By Marcel Grzanna
A new study warns that more than 2,400 mines along Southeast Asia’s major rivers are releasing toxic chemicals – posing risks to millions of people in the region and to global consumers. Many of the mining operations are backed by China.
By Yi Ling Pan
South Korean President Lee seeks to raise his country’s diplomatic profile. In Ankara, he laid the groundwork for South Korean investment in Turkey’s nuclear energy sector.
By Marcel Grzanna
