The European Commission wants to speed up approval procedures for plant protection products. For the head of the responsible EU authority, this is only possible if it is better funded.
By Julia Dahm
While the future German coalition is rejecting the EU Soil Law, an agreement has been reached in Brussels. However, it is uncertain whether the new directive, which is unpopular with farmers, will actually be passed.
By Julia Dahm
The rapporteurs in the EU Parliament have agreed on additional easing of the gas storage target for the coming winters. With the Commission's approval, a target of 75 percent instead of 90 percent would be permissible.
By Manuel Berkel
US President Trump introduces a tariff pause. The EU therefore abandons planned countermeasures in order to create space for negotiations. Reactions are mixed.
By Till Hoppe
The German Chamber of Commerce in China insists on continued close economic relations with the People's Republic. It says that the focus in the coalition contract on China as a "systemic rival" does not match the reality of German companies in China.
By Leonardo Pape
The Ukrainian intelligence service claims to have identified 155 Chinese citizens in the service of the Russian army. In response, Beijing has criticized the Ukrainian president.
By Marcel Grzanna
Analysts at Goldman Sachs are lowering their expectations for the Chinese economy despite the central bank's possible interest rate cuts.
By Marcel Grzanna
Consumer prices in China have fallen slightly again. The trade war could now lead to a further drop in prices. Experts expect greater deflationary pressure because of a greater price war within China.
By Leonardo Pape
China's Communist Party leadership says its relations with neighboring countries are "better than ever in modern times".
By Leonardo Pape
