Whether the EU will tackle false self-employment on digital platforms more vigorously in the future is completely uncertain. On Thursday, the Belgian presidency will enter the final trilogue on platform work directive without a mandate from the Council.
By Alina Leimbach
Despite increasing deterrence measures by European member states, more refugees are likely to arrive in Europe this year than in 2023, according to the EU border protection agency Frontex.
By Alina Leimbach
January 2024 was the hottest since records began. Both the ocean surface temperature and the air temperature reached record levels.
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Last year, the size of the sea ice in the Antarctic declined sharply. In July, it lost an area the size of Algeria.
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The EU member states and the European Parliament have agreed on the Net-Zero Industry Act. The aim is to promote the wind and solar industry. However, support for CCS and nuclear energy is also planned.
By Till Hoppe
Dozens of emerging and developing countries are over-indebted or can barely borrow on the international capital market. However, many of these countries have a particularly high need for investment or great potential for climate and environmental action.
By Nico Beckert
Offshore wind turbine developer Ørsted plans to cut 800 jobs and withdraws from key markets. Turbine manufacturer Vestas, on the other hand, is optimistic about the new fiscal year.
By Nico Beckert
China aims to stabilize its foreign trade by further supporting the trade of EVs. This move is likely to cause more friction with the EU Commission.
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Germany's most important trading partner is currently China, but soon the USA could take the lead. This is partly due to a significant decline in German exports to China, especially of cars and chemical products. Trade with the USA, on the other hand, is increasing.
By Marcel Grzanna
China has inaugurated a new research station in Antarctica. Located south of Australia and New Zealand, the station will be operational year-round. With its location, it is well positioned to gather signal information from Australia and New Zealand.
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