In order to boost the European capital markets, the EU Commission wants to simplify the securitization of bank loans. It has initiated a consultation procedure to prepare a legislative proposal.
By Marc Winkelmann
According to new calculations, it may take up to €140 billion in subsidies in Europe for the planned projects to capture and store CO2. Experts criticize that the expensive technology is not a climate solution. There is also a lack of laws and standards.
By Nico Beckert
The US has implemented the key elements of the data protection framework that regulates the transfer of personal data from the EU to US organizations. This is the result of an audit report that the Commission has now presented.
By Corinna Visser
In the European Parliament, outgoing Commission Vice-President Margaritis Schinas has announced that the EU will take swift action against high housing costs. Something should be done quickly, especially with regard to energy prices.
By Alina Leimbach
A new study by the IW shows how important data centers are for Europe's digital sovereignty. A lack of infrastructure jeopardizes innovative strength and competitiveness.
By Corinna Visser
Following the uproar over a possible restructuring of the multiannual financial framework, Parliament's rapporteur is calming down. A serious debate can only begin with the new Commission, says Siegfried Mureşan. Meanwhile, the EU Court of Auditors' annual report gives the EU budget a bad report card.
By Marc Winkelmann
Chile has recently greatly improved its climate policy. The expansion of renewables and the coal phase-out are being implemented quickly, but enormous challenges remain.
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There has been a crisis between Finland and China since a Hong Kong cargo ship caused damage to a gas pipeline. Both sides want to discuss safety issues in Beijing soon.
By Amelie Richter
The security situation in Pakistan is tense ahead of the meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. Special rules are to apply to Chinese citizens.
By Amelie Richter
The EU Commission wants to help the automotive industry out of the crisis. To this end, it is planning a strategic dialog on the future of the automotive industry. A person to moderate the dialog is still being sought.
By Markus Grabitz
