Xi Jinping wants more influence in Latin America. To this end, he has now promised a package of investments and loans. The charm offensive is also aimed at exerting pressure on Taiwan.
By Emily Kossak
On Monday, the US and China agreed on a 90-day tariff pause. Now, Xi Jinping has addressed the trade dispute publicly for the first time. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is willing to speak with Xi at the end of the week.
By Emily Kossak
Volkswagen continues to receive magnets containing rare earths from China despite Beijing's export restrictions. According to insiders, at least four Chinese suppliers have received special export permits.
By Fabian Peltsch
The Polish finance minister said at the finance ministers' meeting in Brussels that he expects an ambitious proposal from the Commission to promote securitization soon. He wants to reach an agreement on the joint defense financing instrument SAFE before the end of May.
By Marc Winkelmann
The European Commission has classified at least four countries as high-risk countries for deforestation. Germany is ascribed a low risk in the list as part of the Anti-Deforestation Directive.
By Lukas Knigge
Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné answered questions from MEPs in the EU Parliament's Environment Committee. He also gave an insight into the EU Commission's deliberations on PFAS.
By Lukas Knigge
In its own-initiative report on electricity grids, the EU Parliament calls for clear criteria as to which producers and consumers should be connected as a priority. MEPs are critical of the reduction in grid charges.
By Manuel Berkel
Digital experts are calling for fundamental reforms to increase Europe's digital independence. Europe should step out of its role as a "digital colony," they write in a strategy paper.
By Corinna Visser
The EU Parliament's Environment Committee has approved the trilogue agreement on the prevention of microplastic pollution.
By Lukas Knigge
