The hydrogen councils of Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands have signed a declaration of intent. The plan is to cooperate more closely on standards, infrastructure, research and communication in the development of the hydrogen economy.
By Manuel Berkel
The Commission has upheld Italy's complaints against Austria's measures on the Brenner highway. Italy can now appeal to the ECJ against the night-time driving bans, the metering of trucks and driving bans on Saturdays.
By Markus Grabitz
Vladimir Putin's state visit to China is planned for Thursday and Friday this week. In addition to meetings with Xi, Putin is expected to meet with Premier Li Qiang and visit the city of Harbin.
By Carolyn Braun
The EU Commission has published recommendations and guidance on the Renewable Energy Directive. The wind industry expects Chinese manufacturers to be excluded from European tenders because of the cybersecurity requirements.
By Manuel Berkel
Hesai Technology wants to be removed from the US Department of Defense's blacklist. The manufacturer of LIDAR sensors for autonomous vehicles filed a lawsuit in a US district court for damage to its reputation and loss of business.
By Christiane Kuehl
The USA wants to limit its trade deficit with China by imposing drastic special tariffs. On Tuesday, the White House announced 100 percent on Chinese e-cars and 50 percent on semiconductors and solar modules. Scholz continues to reject punitive tariffs.
By Christiane Kuehl
After the EU Commission launched proceedings in April in connection with the construction of a photovoltaic park in Romania, the Chinese solar manufacturers are now withdrawing. This is the second case in which the EU Commission has used its instrument against third-country subsidies.
By Marc Winkelmann
For the first time since 1980, the separatists have not won a majority in the regional elections in Catalonia. The winner was a party that focused on dialog.
By Redaktion Table
Following a self-assessment at the beginning of March, the Commission has now classified the booking platform Booking.com as a gatekeeper in line with the DMA. In another case, the Brussels authority is launching a market investigation.
By Corinna Visser
In a position paper, the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft sets out what needs to happen to bring generative AI into use in Germany and Europe. One of the most important points: the development of in-house models.
By Corinna Visser
