The target for China's economic course in 2024 is still pending – and may even be delayed until mid-March. This shakes consumer and business confidence and puts a strain on the economy.
By Christiane Kuehl
The German Henkel group will buy the Vidal Sassoon brand from its competitor, Procter Gamble, in China for 300 million dollars. The Vidal Sassoon portfolio generally offers hair care products in the premium segment.
By Redaktion Table
Four and a half years after the 2019 pro-democracy protests, a Hong Kong court has found four people guilty of rioting for taking part in the storming of parliament. The maximum sentence is seven years in prison.
By Redaktion Table
Environmental and climate organizations and the German trade union IGBCE call on the German government to reform the debt brake. They further demand that the reduction of fossil fuel subsidies and a tax on financial market income must also be put on the agenda.
By Nico Beckert
A joint initiative proposes the import of biomethane from Ukraine to Germany. But there are several hurdles.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
A new study suggests that a healthier diet and consistently promoting climate and resource protection measures could solve several of humanity's serious problems in one fell swoop.
By Nicolas Heronymus
Does man-made global warming favor cold snaps like the one in January? In an initial analysis for Northern Europe, a team of researchers comes to the opposite conclusion: Without climate change, temperatures would probably have dropped even further.
By Alexandra Endres
According to the International Energy Agency, the share of coal in the global electricity mix will peak in 2023. Renewables continue to enjoy strong growth.
By Bernhard Pötter
The former Secretary-General of the EU Commission is taking up a guest professorship at the University of Vienna, stepping down from his position as EU Ambassador to Austria. Martin Selmayr apparently sees no further career opportunities within the Commission.
By Till Hoppe
The EU and social partners aim to strengthen social dialogue at the European level, including appointing a representative for the social dialogue.
By Alina Leimbach
