The fifth trilogue on the Artificial Intelligence Act has turned into an ultramarathon. The negotiations, which began at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, were still ongoing at the time this edition went to press.
By Corinna Visser
The EU Commission wants to suspend tariffs on EVs from and for the UK for a further three years. However, they will definitely be introduced from 2027.
By Alina Leimbach
According to a PwC study, investment in climate technologies has dropped to the lowest level in five years. Instead of mobility, most investments are now flowing into the energy sector.
By Caspar Dohmen
China's automotive market is gaining momentum, with nearly every third car sold in November being fully electric or equipped with hybrid drive.
By Felix Lee
The government in Rome has officially informed China about the end of its participation in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in a verbal note sent to Beijing earlier this week. Instead, both sides aim to revitalize the strategic partnership between the two states.
By Amelie Richter
According to the German foreign office, Germany and Taiwan are set to engage in closer civil society exchanges. The German side will be chaired by Green Party European policy politician Reinhard Buetikofer.
By Amelie Richter
Italian luxury brand Prada plans to significantly expand its business in China, a crucial market for luxury goods. By 2030, the People's Republic could account for almost 40 percent of global luxury sales.
By Fabian Peltsch
According to the German Institute for Economic Research (IW), German companies are not doing enough to reduce their one-sided dependencies on China. Out of 400 companies surveyed in North Rhine-Westphalia alone, 40 percent are dependent on products from China.
By Felix Lee
The EU has launched a joint procurement program for ammunition to support Ukraine. However, only a few orders have been placed so far.
By Alina Leimbach
Slovakian Prime Minister Fico wants to abolish the special public prosecutor's office. The EU Commission warns against a rapid introduction and calls for the project to be paused for the time being.
By Alina Leimbach
