The EU Commission plans to present the next omnibus on Wednesday. It is about environmental protection requirements. According to a draft, a billion euros are to be saved annually by weakening the requirements.
By Lukas Knigge
Commission Vice-President Raffaele Fitto clarifies that under the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF), the federal states will essentially be able to manage funds from the National and Regional Partnership Plan (NRPP).
By Markus Grabitz
Platform X is to pay a fine of EUR 120 million for violations of the Digital Services Act. However, the EU Commission is closing the investigation against Tiktok following commitments made by the platform.
By Corinna Visser
The member states have adopted new conclusions on strengthening digital competitiveness. Germany is pushing for more ambition and clearer rules on the use of data and AI.
By Corinna Visser
The Commission is postponing the presentation of two important legislative proposals. The automotive package is now to be presented a week later. The Industrial Accelerator will not arrive until the end of January.
By Markus Grabitz
At least five people have been killed in heavy fighting at the border. Pakistan and Afghanistan blame each other for the violence.
By Amelie Richter
After the devastating apartment fire in Hong Kong, the Chinese Security Bureau warned foreign media against false information. The authorities criticized the reporting and warned against interfering in the Legislative Council election.
By Julia Fiedler
With its new National Security Strategy, the USA is shifting its focus to the Indo-Pacific, emphasizing national interests and setting military markers in its dealings with China. Taiwan is moving to the center of US security policy as a strategically important location.
By Amelie Richter
A broad Chinese alliance from industry and research wants to establish dimethyl ether as a clean and safe fuel for ships. Compared to methanol and ammonia, DME offers advantages in terms of handling and compatibility with existing engines.
By Julia Fiedler
Japan accuses China of detecting Japanese military jets with fire control radar. The incidents near Okinawa exacerbate tensions between the two countries.
By Julia Fiedler
