Lead markets should promote industrial transformation, said a representative of the EU Commission in Berlin. The steel industry and the German Chancellor are also calling for protectionism. A new study criticizes the German standard for green steel.
By Alex Veit
The new commissioners have been confirmed. But who works in the cabinets? Table.Briefings has an internal list, read the "who's who" here.
By Till Hoppe
The fall of Assad leaves Turkey and Qatar as the winners of the turning point in Syria. International diplomacy is pushing for a return to UN Resolution 2254, which provides for a national dialog as the basis for a peaceful transition of power.
By Markus Bickel
In a policy study, experts call for the development of a European digital industrial policy. In order to reduce its dependence on big tech, public investment in AI should be linked to social values.
By Corinna Visser
The names of the panda cubs at Berlin Zoo were officially announced on St. Nicholas Day. Meng Hao 梦好 and Meng Tian 梦甜 are called Leni and Lotti in Berlinese. Their godparents are Berlin's mayor, Kai Wegner, and China's ambassador, Deng Hongbo.
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Beijing reports that it is closely monitoring events in Syria and hopes for stability. Ousted ruler Assad was in China as recently as 2023 and met with Xi. Meanwhile, Trump is making demands of Beijing.
By Amelie Richter
The Taiwanese Ministry of Defense reports a doubling of Chinese warships near the island. Security circles expect a new round of military drills.
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A recent survey shows that an uncertain economic outlook and subdued demand weigh on Chinese private businesses. Over 63.3 percent reported that they had suffered losses or a profit decline.
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The European Commission has instructed TikTok to secure election data. The aim is to investigate manipulation and ensure compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA).
By Corinna Visser
A possible compromise in the dispute over the EU armaments fund EDIP has been postponed. Hungary is pushing for a partial agreement, but the debate over funding criteria is dividing the member states. France warns of dependency, Eastern Europe of conflicts with the USA.
By Stephan Israel
