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Reforestation: Egypt partners with Beijing-based company

Egypt plans a partnership with a Beijing-based company. It will focus on reforestation projects and the ecological restoration of wetlands. The environment minister of the North African state recently met with Sinoway representatives.

By Amelie Richter

Pollution-free environment: where the EU stands on its targets

A monitoring report shows which targets of the European Commission's action plan "Zero Pollution of Air, Water and Soil" are unlikely to be achieved. This could affect more than half of the EU targets for these areas by 2030. To remedy the situation, EU Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall wants to take greater account of the targets in legislation.

By Nicolas Heronymus

'Group of Five' reaffirms support

Following Donald Trump's criticism of the Ukrainian president, the defense ministers of five major NATO countries have emphasized their solidarity with Ukraine. They plan to meet again on March 12 to discuss strengthening European security.

By Redaktion Table

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Trade war: New tariffs on US agricultural imports loom

The fronts in the trade conflict between the US and China are hardening – and Beijing is preparing to strike back. With targeted tariffs on US agricultural goods, China could hit America's economy hard and cause more US products to enter the EU market.

By Amelie Richter