The Social Democrats accuse Monika Hohlmeier (CSU) of an outrageous attack on environmental organizations. The former head of the Committee on Budgetary Control had criticized contracts between the Commission and environmental NGOs.
By Markus Grabitz
The Commission wants to help companies with their patent and trademark rights by providing grants. Following the success of previous rounds, even more SMEs are to be eligible this year.
By Redaktion Table
As of today, the Euromat is available online for the 2025 Bundestag elections. The tool evaluates the election programs of all parties represented in the Bundestag.
By Markus Grabitz
Following Trump's punitive tariffs on Chinese imports, China prepares for negotiations. Among other things, Beijing wants to resume the "Phase 1" agreement from 2020.
By Emily Kossak
The USA accuses Panama of granting China too much control over the Panama Canal. During a visit, US Secretary of State Rubio has now threatened consequences.
By Emily Kossak
The upheavals in the international situation also mean changes for Taiwan. President Lai said he is ready for talks. However, he will not recognize the one-China policy.
By Emily Kossak
CDU politician Roland Koch is calling for fresh ideas and more efforts from the EU to strengthen its importance on the international stage. Europe must adapt its trade policy to new circumstances. He accused European heads of state and government of a lack of political leadership.
By Redaktion Table
At a panel discussion at the Jacques Delors Centre in Berlin, former Italian Prime Minister Enrico Letta called for the courage to radically simplify certain regulations. His vision: a pan-European innovation ecosystem that pools investments and drives innovation across borders.
By Corinna Visser
For the third time, Giorgia Meloni's government has failed to bring migrants to Albania instead of letting them into their own country. Like the previous court, the new court in Rome referred to an ECJ ruling from October.
By Almut Siefert
Nearly 240 days after the election, a new government has been formed under the right-wing N-VA party. Even though the leader of the Flemish nationalists Bart de Wever becomes Prime Minister, the center parties still have a majority in the coalition.
By Redaktion Table
