Weimar Triangle: What the defense ministers want to do before the NATO summit
The defense ministers of the Weimar Triangle met in Paris on Monday. The ministers are running out of time due to the upcoming French elections.
By Gabriel Bub
The defense ministers of the Weimar Triangle met in Paris on Monday. The ministers are running out of time due to the upcoming French elections.
By Gabriel Bub
The EU foreign ministers have approved new arms aid for Ukraine. The further blockade of Hungary was prevented by a procedural trick. New sanctions against Russia were also approved, albeit weaker than planned – thanks to Berlin's influence.
By Eric Bonse
A survey reveals broad support for progressive taxation of wealthy individuals and environmentally harmful companies. Higher earners in many countries also back increased income and wealth taxes for the rich.
By Lukas Bayer
Climate change is intensifying pressure on insurance companies, as natural disasters become increasingly hazardous and projects like wind and solar parks require insurance. The insurance industry will play a crucial role in the energy transition.
By Redaktion Table
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
Brussels and Beijing are negotiating EU tariffs on Chinese EVs. Both sides agreed on this on Saturday. Economics Minister Robert Habeck, who was in China during the negotiations, considers it a success.
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The Commission is allowing the German government to support the development of hydrogen infrastructure. KfW can provide companies with up to €3 billion in the form of guarantees. The guarantees are intended to provide companies with low-interest loans.
By Markus Grabitz
The Portuguese João Fernando Cotrim de Figueiredo is running against Valérie Hayer for the Renew Group presidency. He comes from the European party family Alde, which supports Renew alongside Macron's Renaissance movement.
By Markus Grabitz
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
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