Chinese engineers and scientists have developed a cable winch system for use in extreme ocean depths. It is designed to lay submarine cables in the Mariana Trench.
By Angela Köckritz
In a new report on food labeling, the European Court of Auditors speaks of “misleading information” on food. The auditors attribute this to gaps in EU legislation and call on the Commission to take action.
By Merle Heusmann
Land controls to and from Bulgaria and Romania could also soon be abolished. Austria is giving up its opposition to the two EU member states joining the Schengen area.
By Markus Grabitz
At the end of the month, the major online platforms must submit their first risk reports as part of the Digital Services Act (DSA). The Commission is hoping for more transparency. It also expects to work constructively with the next US government on tech regulation.
By Corinna Visser
Social Democrat Marcel Ciolacu is ahead in the first round of the presidential elections in Romania. So far, he has been Prime Minister, now he wants to become President of the country. He will probably have to go to a run-off.
By Markus Grabitz
Apple's rules for e-book developers displease the Commission. Nevertheless, it is closing a competition investigation – the business practices will nevertheless be monitored under the DMA.
By Corinna Visser
China wants to expand its anti-subsidy investigation into European milk imports. Meanwhile, Bernd Lange, Chairman of the EU Parliament's Trade Committee, sees the possibility of an agreement on EV tariffs.
By Amelie Richter
COP29 revealed just how deep the rift is between developed and developing countries. One thing is clear: the climate process will become less dominated by the US and the EU in future – and will be shaped more by China and the various interests of the BRICS countries.
By Amelie Richter
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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According to the US Chamber of Commerce, the US government wants to impose new export restrictions on China. This could see up to 200 more Chinese chip companies placed on a list of companies that most US companies are not allowed to supply.
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