Taipei spots eleven Chinese warships and numerous fighter jets
Beijing is increasing its military presence around Taiwan. The government announced this step after a Chinese ship capsized off the island of Kinmen in mid-February.
By Fabian Peltsch
Beijing is increasing its military presence around Taiwan. The government announced this step after a Chinese ship capsized off the island of Kinmen in mid-February.
By Fabian Peltsch
Beijing is sending its diplomat Li Hui for the second time to mediate in the Ukraine crisis. His first trip to the warring parties in May 2023 failed to produce any tangible results.
By Fabian Peltsch
The planned EU Supply Chain Act has once again failed to garner a majority among EU member states, largely due to resistance from the German government. As a result, it is unlikely that the law will be adopted before the European elections in early June.
By Amelie Richter
Exports of plastic waste to non-OECD countries are to be banned and illegal waste shipments prevented: The EU Parliament adopted the revision of the Waste Shipment Regulation on Tuesday.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The EU Commission wants to promote the development and use of advanced materials. A new industry council with representatives from politics and business is to help with this. Materials are also to play a greater role in public procurement.
By Marc Winkelmann
The majority of MEPs have voted in favor of the political compromise on the Nature Restoration Law. Funding must be clarified in the next legislative period.
By Claire Stam
The Belgian Council Presidency is trying to accommodate the EU Parliament with a new compromise proposal. However, the measures to prevent packaging waste, which the Parliament wants to remove, are a crucial part of the law.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The EU Commission no longer wants saving gas to be compulsory during crises. The peak of the energy crisis has passed, say EU diplomats. The corresponding emergency clause is to be removed.
By Redaktion Table
The missing ex-foreign minister Qin Gang and his former colleague in the Ministry of Defense Li Shangfu lose their last positions a few days before the National People's Congress plenary session. A new foreign minister could be appointed at the meeting.
By Christiane Kuehl
Chinese companies acquired fewer European companies in 2023. Due to the economic slowdown, they have focused on consolidating their own finances. Despite this, M A activity increased in Germany and Italy.
By Christiane Kuehl