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DSA: Digital Services Act goes to the Federal Cabinet

The Digital Services Act is due to be passed by the Federal Cabinet today, Wednesday. However, the law is entering the cabinet too late to go through the legislative process in time for the DSA to come into force for all platforms.

By Falk Steiner

Taiwan's ruling party loses ground

Kuomintang candidate Hou Yu-ih has narrowed the gap to William Lai of the Democratic Progressive Party. The upcoming elections in January will shape relations between Taiwan and China.

By Redaktion Table

USA reports fewer incidents with China's military

US military officials report that there have been no dangerous incidents between the air force and navy of the two countries since the summit between Presidents Xi and Biden. This indicates that the situation is easing.

By Christiane Kuehl

Cosco also stops Red Sea crossings

Following the attacks on cargo ships in the Red Sea, Chinese shipping company Cosco has now also temporarily suspended its passage through the strait. Cosco thus follows other major international shipping companies.

By Christiane Kuehl

One energy council, many crises

Europe's energy ministers have extended several emergency regulations of the energy crisis. A conflict flared up on the sidelines of the meeting: Eleven states around France want to abolish a renewables-only target in EU legislation for energy policy after 2030.

By Manuel Berkel

Genetic engineering: movement in the Council

On Thursday, the Permanent Representatives Committee is to vote on the Commission's proposal to relax EU genetic engineering legislation. Supporters are hoping for a new balance of power in the Council.

By Henrike Schirmacher