Nigeria's steel industry is in a desolate state. This is set to change – with help from China. However, the plans with the state-owned steel company Luan Steel also involve military equipment.
By Arne Schütte
According to the industry association Wind Europe, the output of 17 gigawatts is slightly above the previous year's figure, but far below the figures that the EU needs to build in order to achieve its climate and energy security targets for 2030.
By Till Hoppe
Belgium wants to take the initiative in the six months of its Council Presidency to resolve the problems with the A1 certificate. Negotiations on Regulation 883 are to be revived.
By Markus Grabitz
The CDU head accuses the German government and the EU of being too careless about a possible return of Donald Trump to the White House: "For me, there is something somnambulistic about it."
By Stefan Braun
Porsche was able to boost its sales worldwide in 2023. In China, however, sales fell by 15 percent.
By Fabian Peltsch
A ceasefire has been reached in Myanmar with the mediation of China. However, this already appears to be fragile again.
By Fabian Peltsch
After the European elections, the Christian Democrats could claim the post of Council President as well as the Commission presidency. Romania's president is being touted as a possible candidate. The 64-year-old's second term as head of state is coming to an end.
By Markus Grabitz
China has appointed former UN Under-Secretary-General Liu Zhenmin as its new climate envoy. Liu succeeds internationally renowned Xie Zhenhua, who has resigned from office for health reasons.
By Christiane Kuehl
Divergent regulations and a lack of information make it difficult for many companies to do business in other EU countries, according to a survey. Enrico Letta, author of a report on the single market, is calling for stronger enforcement of the current rules.
By Till Hoppe
The clock is now ticking: In 20 months, the Data Act will be implemented. The industry association Bitkom is calling for additional preparations by policymakers, particularly concerning oversight.
By Corinna Visser
