In a compromise package for the trilogue on the Packaging Ordinance on Monday, rapporteur Frédérique Ries (Renew) proposes an exemption: In countries that have already achieved recycling targets, bans on certain single-use packaging should not apply.
By Leonie Düngefeld
Volkswagen and the Chinese electric car manufacturer XPeng have concluded negotiations on their future collaboration and signed a cooperation agreement. While VW will contribute its vehicle technology, XPeng will supply intelligent EV technologies.
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There is growing concern in Hong Kong about the impact of the local security law. It supplements the notorious National Security Law – and gives the authorities even more scope for repression.
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The international solar supply chain continues to gradually shift from China to other countries, including Vietnam. This is evident in the increasing imports of the raw material polysilicon to Vietnam, where several Chinese solar manufacturers produce modules.
By Christiane Kuehl
The US government has banned the transfer of genetic data to China and a number of other countries. The purchase of such data by data brokers is currently legal in the US but poses a security risk, according to the authorities.
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The US government probes security risks posed by Chinese cars. The investigation investigates whether the vehicles collect and transmit sensitive data to China.
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The EU countries added a record amount of wind energy last year. However, this is still far too little to achieve the climate targets.
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Several Central European countries without LNG terminals complain about rising transit fees for German gas. The high costs have made imports from Russia more attractive again.
By Manuel Berkel
EU accession candidate Moldova has long feared Russian aggression in the separatist region of Transnistria, which borders Ukraine. Now the rulers there are turning directly to Moscow and asking for "protection".
By Redaktion Table
EU infringement proceedings are currently underway against Austria. The country has still not submitted its National Energy and Climate Plan (NCEP). Leading climate researchers have now presented how Austria can achieve its climate target.
By Lukas Bayer
