The decisive round of negotiations in Brussels on the deregulation of new genomic techniques may be imminent. The German government is still holding back from a clear position. Proponents and opponents of liberalization are using the remaining time for their own interests.
By Julia Dahm
In a new strategic partnership, French companies Thales and Dassault plan to develop a competitor product to the Combat Cloud, designed to network FCAS systems.
By Gabriel Bub
The company now wants to speed up production and expand into new business areas.
By Robert Wallenhauer
Interior Minister Dobrindt is planning to restructure the crisis management department so as to respond better to hybrid threats. The reorganization is intended to free up resources and strengthen civil defense, although the details are still unclear.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
At the ESA Ministerial Council Conference, the ERS program was opened up for joint civil and military earth observation. The states now have one year to make their decision on the multi-billion euro project.
By Ralf Nestler
President Macron hopes to see 50,000 volunteers recruited in 2035.
By Gabriel Bub
The Central German Institute for the Security Industry (MISI) wants to channel the billions invested in armaments to companies in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.
By Robert Wallenhauer
China is urging the Netherlands to completely relinquish control of chip manufacturer Nexperia. Trade Minister Wang Wentao spoke to German Minister Reiche about this. Meanwhile, the German automotive industry association VDA sees an increased risk to the supply of Nexperia parts in the first quarter of 2026.
By Julia Fiedler
At least 83 people have been killed in a major fire in a Hong Kong apartment complex. The police arrested three men from a construction company.
By Leonardo Pape
In a new white paper, China presents itself as a driving force for arms control and disarmament. The white paper does not contain any commitments to restrictions on specific weapons systems.
By Leonardo Pape
