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Trans-Caspian route: Kazakhstan plans to increase capacity

Goods flow past Russia from China to Europe via the trans-Caspian route. Kazakhstan now wants to increase the capacity of the trade route by dredging the Caspian Sea.

By Emily Kossak

Poland: Share of coal-fired electricity falls below 50%.

In Poland, the proportion of electricity generated from coal has fallen below 50 percent for the first time. This is partly due to the strong expansion of solar energy.

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EU Environment Commissioner Roswall: 'No room for greenwashing' on nature credits.

The EU Commission wants to develop high standards for a market for nature credits, says Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall in an interview with Table.Briefings. However, experts are skeptical as to whether a trustworthy mechanism can be established quickly.

By Lukas Knigge

Ukraine: How Merz strengthens the coalition of the willing.

Through symbolism and travel, Friedrich Merz has made support for Ukraine a top priority in the Chancellery. Vladimir Putin's offer of direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul is met with skepticism.

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Merz in Brussels: Supply Chain Directive to be abolished.

During his inaugural visit to Brussels, Friedrich Merz called for the EU to significantly reduce bureaucracy. For example, the Supply Chain Directive should be abolished, he demanded at a joint meeting with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

By Markus Grabitz

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Expansion strategy: BYD plans to sell half of its cars overseas by 2030.

China's largest EV manufacturer wants to sell half of its vehicles outside its domestic market by 2030 – with Europe in its sights.

By Ning Wang

Customs data: New figures point to trade route diversion.

China exported more than expected in April despite the announced US tariffs. This could strengthen Beijing's negotiating position in the short term. However, the import data does not bode well for China's domestic consumption.

By Manuel Changming Liu

Trade talks in Geneva: Washington mentions deal

The trade talks in Geneva between China and the USA have borne their first fruits, raising hopes of détente. An initial tariff agreement is expected to be announced on Monday. The stakes remain high for Europe and the German export industry in particular.

By Fabian Peltsch