Estonia’s Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna is traveling to China this week to discuss bilateral relations and Russia’s war in Ukraine. At the same time, Estonia is in a dilemma over the opening of a Taiwanese representation in Tallinn.
By Fabian Peltsch
Following Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul’s postponed visit to China, Berlin and Beijing have held a telephone conversation in an attempt to restart the dialogue. Both sides emphasized the importance of stable relations – but the Taiwan formula remains a delicate issue.
By Amelie Richter
The Ministry of the Interior wants to present a shelter concept at the Interior Ministers’ Conference at the beginning of December. Local authorities are to equip shelters with federal funds from 2026. A total of around EUR 165 million has been earmarked until 2029.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
Humanitarian budgets around the world are shrinking. This is particularly dramatic in Sudan, where millions of people are in need. The German Red Cross is calling for sufficient access and more financial support.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
In Toronto, the G7 environment and energy ministers agreed on plans to improve the supply of critical raw materials. In the energy industry, the focus is primarily on grids and artificial intelligence – and a material from the steel industry.
By Manuel Berkel
On Tuesday, the EU environment ministers will discuss the climate target for 2040 and their position on the 90% greenhouse gas reduction target. Even though the majority of the text is unanimous, there are still unresolved political issues that the ministers need to clarify.
By Lukas Knigge
The Danish Council Presidency had proposed a new compromise for the common position on Thursday. The member states disagreed over this at the meeting. It remains to be seen what position the EU will take to Geneva.
By Markus Grabitz
Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen explains in an interview with Table.Briefings why she sees a great need for AI infrastructure in Germany. She encourages applicants to merge their applications.
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In the dispute surrounding Dutch chip manufacturer Nexperia, the Chinese subsidiary has announced that its supply chain is secure. The Ministry of Commerce in Beijing announced that it would examine exceptions for the company’s blocked exports and approve exports if necessary.
By Leonardo Pape
The planned move by fast-fashion giant Shein into the traditional Parisian department store BHV is causing fierce controversy. From Wednesday, the Chinese group will open a permanent sales area there for the first time.
By Amelie Richter
