China sales of Europe's second-largest car manufacturer, Volkswagen, fell by ten percent to 2.93 million vehicles in 2024. However, the company still wants to increase sales in China to four million vehicles per year by 2030.
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The US government under President Biden has issued far-reaching bans on Chinese software and hardware in connected vehicles on American roads. The restrictions will gradually come into force after 2027.
By Leonardo Pape
In a new report, the EU Commission concludes that European manufacturers of medical devices are being discriminated against in the Chinese procurement market. It now examines whether to restrict market access for Chinese medical devices under the International Procurement Instrument.
By Marc Winkelmann
Chinese companies imported almost 15 percent more microchips in 2024 compared to the previous year – despite US export controls. In order to close loopholes, the Biden administration is expected to introduce new regulations before Donald Trump takes office.
By Leonardo Pape
An as yet unpublished report by the International Monetary Fund for EU economics and finance ministers shows how Europe can reduce its energy prices. The IMF report is available exclusively to Table.Briefings.
By Manuel Berkel
In his opinion, the Advocate General of the European Court of Justice recommends that the Minimum Wage Directive be declared null and void in its entirety. He sets much tighter limits than expected on the EU's competences in this area.
By Alina Leimbach
In northern Chile, the electricity supplier AES wants to produce green hydrogen and possibly ammonia. The construction of wind and solar power plants and battery storage is also being considered. The European Southern Observatory warns of dangers for astronomical research.
By Alexandra Endres
Transport emissions in the EU could reach a peak this year and then fall. This is the conclusion of a recent report. Stricter legal regulations make this possible.
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Speaking to the EU Parliament's Foreign Affairs and Security Committee, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has warned against excluding arms companies from third countries such as the USA from European procurement programs.
By Stephan Israel
Several EU states want to further reduce Russia's income from oil trade. In a letter to High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas and Financial Markets Commissioner Maria Luís Albuquerque, they call for the G7 to take action in the coming weeks.
By Manuel Berkel
