In the European elections, Charles Michel intends to stand as the first candidate for the liberal Belgian party Mouvement Réformateur. If he enters the European Parliament, he will resign his position as President of the Council early. There is criticism of his decision, including within the Renew Group.
By Redaktion Table
At the CSU conference, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called for the EU to strengthen its defense policy. She expressed her disagreement with the national party's proposal to radically reduce the size of the Commission.
By Redaktion Table
The chances of Huawei regaining authorization as a telecommunications supplier on the US market appear slim. As a result, the company cuts back on some of its public relations expenses.
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Apparently in response to the anti-subsidy investigation against Chinese e-car manufacturers, Beijing has launched an anti-dumping investigation into spirits from the EU.
By Fabian Peltsch
A rebel alliance in Myanmar has captured the important town of Laukkai on the northern border with China. The city of 23,000 inhabitants is important for cross-border trade.
By Fabian Peltsch
Beijing plans to sanction five US defense companies. The reason is the recent sale of tactical intelligence systems to Taiwan's military.
By Fabian Peltsch
China wants to attract more tourists and supports the industry with aid money and tax breaks. The Ministry of Tourism expects an upturn in the number of travelers in 2024.
By Fabian Peltsch
If the CSU has its way, Europe urgently needs a diet at the authorities and in the Commission. EU Commission President von der Leyen is expected to attend the CSU conference at the weekend.
By Redaktion Table
The Commission has repeatedly postponed the proposal to revise the European chemicals regulation REACH. EPP MEP Peter Liese now says that the proposal is no longer on the table.
By Redaktion Table
A former Left Party member of the Bundestag and the former SPD mayor of Düsseldorf are likely to run for Sahra Wagenknecht's party in the European elections.
By Okan Bellikli
