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IPO: Shein shifts plans again.

Fast-fashion retailer Shein is once again changing its IPO plans. According to insiders, the company now aims to go public in Hong Kong this year instead of London.

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Turkey: Ankara's drones for Africa.

A popular Turkish product in Africa is the Bayraktar drone. As a partner, Turkey has gained influence on the continent. Its success is also based on Turkey's unique self-narrative, which resonates in Africa.

By Lucia Weiß

Free trade talks: EU launches negotiations with United Arab Emirates.

The European Commission has officially launched negotiations for a free trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates (UAE). A first technical meeting between the negotiating teams is scheduled for June.

By Marc Winkelmann

Baltic Sea: Russia's navy is becoming increasingly aggressive.

Russia's recent actions in the Baltic Sea and Arctic waters are increasing tensions with NATO.

By Lisa-Martina Klein

Climate targets: Commission sees countries on track – but Germany falls short.

On Wednesday, the European Commission presented its assessment of the national energy and climate plans (NECPs). The overall picture is positive – except for Germany, which is falling short in the building and transport sectors.

By Lukas Knigge

NATO: Germany to provide 40,000 more soldiers.

According to insiders, NATO wants another seven brigades from Germany and thus an additional 40,000 soldiers to defend the alliance.

By Redaktion Table

Green Claims: Rapporteur rejects criticism of pre-approval for environmental claims.

Delara Burkhardt (SPD), Member of the European Parliament, is leading negotiations on the Green Claims Directive for the European Parliament. She argues the regulation will support companies that can credibly prove the positive environmental impact of their products.

By Alex Veit

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Speech at the Charlemagne Prize: Von der Leyen calls for an 'independent Europe'.

In her acceptance speech after receiving the Charlemagne Prize in Aachen, she also made a pointed reference to the clash between Donald Trump and US universities, emphasizing: Europe is the place for academic freedom.

By Markus Grabitz

Heatwaves: Climate change doubles the number of extremely hot days.

Climate change is increasing the likelihood of heatwaves. In recent years, there have been 30 additional heatwave days worldwide, according to new attribution research. And according to a forecast by the World Meteorological Organization, the average global temperature between 2025 and 2029 is expected to be 1.5 degrees higher than the historical average.

By Nico Beckert