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Why the 19th Russian sanctions package has been delayed

The Commission wants to bolster the 19th sanctions package and present it to the member states later than planned. Russian provocations with drones from Poland to Romania are the reason. It is also about persuading Donald Trump to take tougher sanctions against Russia.

By Stephan Israel

Economy: Service sector to strengthen the economy

China aims to boost the consumption of services and thereby support its ailing economy. Among other things, sectors such as the internet, education and healthcare are to be opened up further. Sport and tourism are also to be promoted in a more targeted manner.

By Julia Fiedler