An analysis of more than 1,700 climate policy measures shows that a coordinated mix of instruments is more effective at curbing global warming than isolated laws, with Sweden and Norway setting the pace.
By Kai Schöneberg
Green technologies such as electric vehicles, batteries, and renewables expanded by 18% in China in 2025, with value added in the sector nearly doubling since 2022. Exports are rising rapidly.
By Nico Beckert
A new report warns that proposed amendments could have far-reaching consequences, arguing that a weakening of climate protections would not be legally sound.
By Marc Winkelmann
The European Parliament’s negotiating team remains divided on key elements of the deal, with a final decision expected next week.
By Antonia Zimmermann
The dispute over the allocation of key elements of the automotive package among committees in the European Parliament has been resolved, with the Environment Committee set to take the lead on the dossier.
By Markus Grabitz
Data and IT are indispensable for corporate sustainability efforts. Yet the European Union’s sustainability omnibus is driving many manufacturers and service providers out of the market.
By Marc Winkelmann
Xi and Trump hinted at compromises in the trade conflict during a phone call. China is increasing soybean imports from the US, while the Taiwan issue was emphasized as the most important topic in relations.
By Julia Fiedler
The vice chair of Taiwan’s opposition party Kuomintang met with CP chief ideologist Wang Huning, among others, in Beijing. Meanwhile, Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te appealed for the country to follow the example of other democracies in terms of trade and the economy.
By Leonardo Pape
Reporters Without Borders condemns the imprisonment of two independent Chinese journalists. Most recently, Wu Yingjiao and Liu Hu published an article about alleged corruption by a local official.
By Leonardo Pape
