A delegation from the External Action Service wants to get a picture of the situation in Tibet. The EU representatives also plan to ask unpleasant questions at the human rights dialogue.
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The German Economy Minister is considering pausing the German Supply Chain Act for two years – until the stricter EU rules come into effect across Europe. The aim is to reduce bureaucracy.
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The CDU/CSU group leader in the EU Parliament is calling for the creation of a separate Commissioner for SMEs in the new legislative period. He also calls on the member states to make more money available to Brussels for new tasks such as defense.
By Till Hoppe
The International Energy Agency (IEA) warns that the global target of tripling renewable energies is likely to be missed. Expansion must be accelerated in almost all regions worldwide. The IEA proposes that specific targets be included in national UN climate plans.
By Carolyn Braun
Hungary attracted more Chinese investment last year than Germany, France, and the UK combined. The investments were primarily in electromobility.
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In view of the renewed debate about the combustion engine phase-out, the organization Transport and Environment (T E) is calling for politicians to make a clear commitment to end the use of gasoline and diesel cars. China and the USA have long since made up their minds.
By Felix Lee
It had been expected that Geert Wilders' Eurosceptic and radical right-wing PVV party would win a European election in the Netherlands for the first time. However, according to the initial forecast, the red-green electoral alliance is narrowly ahead.
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EU climate financing amounted to €28.8 billion in 2022. This is an increase of €6.5 billion compared to the previous year, according to an overview by the climate movement. However, there is still criticism regarding the structure and the recipient countries of the aid.
By Nico Beckert
Environmentalists consider the "Restoration Law" a major success for peatland protection in Europe. However, it's not yet finalized.
By Fabian Löhe
At the meeting of the Volksbanken and Raiffeisenbanken, the German Chancellor called for corrections to the EU Commission's proposal on European deposit protection and the reform of the crisis management framework for banks.
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