Climate action and the energy transition are important issues for the majority of the population. A cross-party majority is also in favor of expanding solar energy.

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December 17th, 2024

Canada's NDC: Why the 45 to 50 percent reduction in emissions is controversial

Canada wants to reduce its emissions by 45 to 50 percent below 2005 levels as part of the new NDC. The target is not considered very ambitious.

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December 16th, 2024

Demographics: China's workforce is 40 years old on average

Due to the one-child policy, China's population is aging rapidly. An early retirement age puts even more pressure on workers, who have to care for an ever-growing number of elderly people.

By Angela Köckritz

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December 16th, 2024

Military: China targets vulnerabilities of US aircraft carriers

The electronic warfare division of the People's Liberation Army has published a list of targets for coordinated attacks against American aircraft carrier battle groups. It exploits a vulnerability in the American early warning and air defense system.

By Angela Köckritz

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December 16th, 2024

EV boom: China hit oil consumption peak

According to new figures from the country's largest oil company, China's consumption of refined oil has peaked. In 2024, 1.3 percent less was consumed, mainly due to the boom in EVs.

By Nico Beckert

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December 16th, 2024

Ukraine: EU sanctions Chinese firms for the first time

The EU's 15th sanctions package against Russia includes Chinese companies for the first time. Diplomats and MEPs support the measure.

By Marcel Grzanna

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December 16th, 2024

Agora Energiewende: Why the Director for Germany is leaving

In the hot phase of the Bundestag election campaign, Agora Energiewende's Head of Germany, Simon Müller, is leaving the think tank. The think tank's Head of Europe, Matthias Buck, is also making way for a successor.

By Bernhard Pötter

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December 16th, 2024

Syria: no easing of EU sanctions

The European Union is sticking to its sanctions against Syria. Progress on human rights, the protection of minorities and gender equality are basic prerequisites for an easing of sanctions, emphasized EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas.

By Redaktion Table

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December 16th, 2024

Lithuania: new government takes office

The new coalition government in Lithuania has been harshly criticized, also from abroad. The Social Democrats and their two alliance partners have now taken over the reins of government. The president has put his foot down regarding the selection of ministers.

By Sarah Schaefer