The fact that eight Israeli companies and the Ministry of Defense are exhibiting at the Paris Air Show has led to protests. The president of the department in which the trade fair is taking place has canceled an event with Emmanuel Macron.
By Gabriel Bub
The conflict in the Middle East is replacing the war in Ukraine as the main topic of discussion for the heads of state and government, who are meeting in Canada until Tuesday. The EU's demand for an oil price cap for Russian oil has also become more difficult due to the rise in oil prices.
By Marc Winkelmann
France is toughening its stance against cheap fashion from China: The Senate has passed a bill explicitly aimed at suppliers such as Shein and Temu. It provides for advertising bans, sanctions for influencers and environmental levies.
By Amelie Richter
The reform of the coordination of social insurance systems is not making any progress. The Polish Council Presidency therefore intends to break off the trilogue again. The Council and Parliament are blaming each other for the renewed failure.
By Stephan Israel
The uniform EU-wide caps on termination rates set in 2020 are up for review. The Commission is asking stakeholders for feedback.
By Corinna Visser
The CDU/CSU and SPD have agreed on a joint position on the future EU budget: they support a far-reaching reform of the budget, but reject an increase.
By Till Hoppe
China plans to eliminate all tariffs on African goods. A corresponding economic pact is to be negotiated with all 53 African states with which the People's Republic maintains diplomatic relations.
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The EU’s efforts to improve military mobility have so far seen limited success. Now, the Commission wants to speed things up with a new package of measures – starting with a stakeholder consultation.
By Stephan Israel
Former European Parliament Vice President Eva Kaili and other suspects were temporarily imprisoned on charges of money laundering and corruption.
By Marion Bergermann
