Estonia is blocking a reform package aimed at adapting the EU VAT system to the realities of the digital economy. The reason: the Estonian government fears the consequences for online platforms and their users.
By Marc Winkelmann
Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann (FDP) heads the German delegation in the Liberal Group in the European Parliament. The delegation consists of five MEPs.
By Markus Grabitz
At the request of local solar companies, China wants to take action against overcapacity in the sector. The National Energy Authority has announced that expansion plans will be monitored more closely in the future. Several companies had called for Beijing to intervene.
By Christiane Kuehl
German exports to China slumped in May. One reason for this is that German companies are increasingly producing locally in China.
By Redaktion Table
Beijing's anti-dumping investigation into European pork imports follows a clear strategy – but it could also backfire. Clarke does not yet see any risk of a trade war.
By Amelie Richter
Seven Czech MPs from the ANO movement led by right-wing populist Babiš are leaving the liberal parliamentary group. Hungary's Viktor Orbán could be behind this. He may want to form a parliamentary group with Marine Le Pen's Rassemblement National.
By Markus Grabitz
Since the election, Italy has had the largest social democratic group in the European Parliament. Nevertheless, the incumbent from Spain wants to continue in her role. She already has a plan for the hearing of the Commission President.
By Till Hoppe
Although there were concerns from Germany, the Council of EU Labor Ministers has agreed its negotiating position on the European Works Council Directive. The Confederation of German Employers' Associations is critical.
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Germany may face significant financial penalties due to missed climate targets under the EU's Effort Sharing Regulation (ESR), despite having abolished its own sector-specific targets.
By Lukas Knigge
This time, Volt is entering the EU Parliament with five MEPs. This makes the party attractive to both the Greens/EFA group and Renew. The MEPs recommend the Greens, but let the members decide.
By Corinna Visser
