Ukraine claims to have uncovered a Hungarian spy network. In response, the Ukrainian government first expelled two Hungarian diplomats, after which the Hungarian government also reacted by expelling two diplomats.
By Markus Grabitz
The Chinese central bank intends to boost domestic consumption with a series of interest rate cuts. In light of the trade war with the US, the head of China's central bank, Pan Gongsheng, spoke of a global economy full of uncertainty.
By Leonardo Pape
Russia and China want to update an investment agreement between the two countries. On "Victory Day", Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin also emphasize their joint historic fight against fascism. China will send an honor guard to Moscow for the "Victory Day" parade.
By Leonardo Pape
Xi Jinping has sent remarkably warm words of congratulations on the election of Friedrich Merz as German chancellor. The state-run China Daily called on Merz to build on the past for the future.
By Ning Wang
Hopes are fading in the EU that the US President will largely withdraw his tariffs. In that case, the Europeans could target US goods worth EUR 95 billion euros. Meanwhile, Trump and Starmer announce a trade agreement.
By Till Hoppe
The global economy is characterized by growing uncertainty, and European companies in China are right in the middle of it. A local survey by the EU Chamber of Commerce shows the extent to which geopolitical tensions between the USA and China are now also affecting European companies. The good news is that many companies believe they are well prepared.
By Lukas Knigge
With new rules, the European Parliament wants to better protect security-relevant sectors such as media, raw materials and infrastructure from foreign investors. There are plans for mandatory review procedures and more intervention rights for the Commission. However, a Council draft indicates resistance: Several states want to significantly weaken the requirements.
By Amelie Richter
Parliament President Metsola sees this as an imperative of budgetary discipline. However, the EU states have not yet followed suit.
By Till Hoppe
The eDeclaration is intended to save companies time and money when posting workers. The Council has not yet been able to agree on a position.
By Alina Leimbach
