China is extending its entry restrictions to nine more countries from November 30. This means that visa-free entry now applies to 38 countries. The visa-free duration of stay for citizens of all countries participating in the program will be extended to 30 days.
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For years, the EU has insisted on strict standards and transparency rules for trading emission reduction credits and prevented a negotiation agreement on Article 6. Now it is giving up its blockade – with only minimal improvements. Observers are concerned about the integrity of carbon markets.
By Lukas Knigge
Indonesia wants to reduce its dependence on coal by 33 percent by 2040. However, it is unclear whether this also includes industrial power plants. In its Partnership for a Just Energy Transition (JETP), the country had left these power plants out of the equation.
By Nico Beckert
At the start of Black Week, the Federal Network Agency is setting up a website where consumers can report violations of the Geo-blocking Regulation.
By Corinna Visser
200 million older diesel cars could be "taken out of service" if the ECJ agrees with the Advocate General's opinion. The case involves two older diesel cars. The Duisburg Regional Court wanted to know how it should deal with the performance of the vehicles in emissions tests.
By Markus Grabitz
The EU Parliament and Council were unable to reach an agreement on the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) on Thursday. The Council only wants to postpone the start of application, while the Parliament also wants changes to the content. A compromise is needed soon in order to adopt the postponement in time.
By Julia Dahm
The battery manufacturer from Sweden has never made a profit and is struggling with quality problems and delays. Northvolt is now relying on insolvency proceedings under US law to facilitate a financial restart.
By Redaktion Table
In October, the heads of state and government reaffirmed their willingness to further restrict Russia's ability to wage war. The Commission is now preparing steps.
By Redaktion Table
In Lithuania, the change at the top of the government has been completed. Gintautas Paluckas becomes the new Prime Minister. He is aiming for a coalition that is causing consternation at home and abroad.
By Redaktion Table
Contrails are at least as harmful to the climate as CO2 emissions from air traffic. Experts are therefore calling for more research, a monitoring system and pilot projects.
By Carsten Hübner
