There have been allegations of fraud regarding biodiesel from China for some time. Now, the German Emissions Trading Authority is looking into the matter: False information about the production of biodiesel is said to have been provided in a project in China.
By Amelie Richter
Dortmund FDP politician Michael Kauch has replaced Nicola Beer in the European Parliament. There have also been some other changes among the German Liberals in Parliament.
By Till Hoppe
European gas suppliers have only stored a small amount of gas in Ukraine for this winter – despite a much more extensive offer from the Ukrainian government. The effect on the security of supply is controversial.
By Manuel Berkel
The SPD is preparing for the European elections in June. Five years ago, the party had fallen to a historic low. This time, General Secretary Kevin Kühnert's campaign has one main purpose: to mobilize as many voters as possible.
By Horand Knaup
After ten interest rate hikes by the ECB since the summer of 2022 and given a sluggish economy, demand for corporate loans is low.
By Corinna Visser
Manufacturers VW and JAC have started production of their first EV at their joint venture in Anhui's provincial capital. According to the city government, it is intended for export to Europe.
By Redaktion Table
After January 3, no more election polls are allowed to be published in Taiwan. Vice President William Lai continues to lead in the last polls ten days before the presidential election.
By Redaktion Table
The government of the Netherlands has withdrawn ASML's license to export several machines to China – partly under pressure from the United States. The Hague's export ban would have otherwise come into force later.
By Redaktion Table
Beijing wants to make it easier for foreigners to make payments within China. US citizens should also be able to apply for tourist visas more easily. The country is trying with all its might to revive the collapsed tourism industry.
By Redaktion Table
China has announced a new state-owned company specifically to accelerate the development of nuclear fusion. In addition, a consortium of 25 state-owned companies is to drive the technology forward.
By Redaktion Table
