The chief negotiator of the European Parliament presents his report on the reform of the CSRD and CSDDD. Areas of application are to be restricted to very large companies. Other political groups can still submit their own proposals.
By Ferdinand Fröhlich
Host country Canada is expected to forgo a joint final declaration at the G7 summit to avoid sparking conflict with Donald Trump. European leaders are hoping the US president will agree to a deeper price cap on Russian crude oil and support efforts to increase pressure on Moscow.
By Till Hoppe
Two and a half years after the European Commission presented its proposal to partially harmonize insolvency law, EU justice ministers have agreed on a common position.
By Marc Winkelmann
The European Commission is expected to present its draft legislation for phasing out Russian gas as early as June 17. A key point of contention is the potential for compensation claims tied to long-term contracts. But the legal mechanism is said to be strong enough, with the Commission now receiving backing for its approach.
By Manuel Berkel
According to a recent report by the UN Refugee Agency, the number of refugees has increased. At the same time, aid levels are at their lowest since 2015.
By Inge Brendler
According to media reports, Beijing's Ministry of Commerce requires companies to provide sensitive business information to obtain export licenses for rare earths and magnets.
By Manuel Changming Liu
A recent study suggests a possible increased cancer risk associated with glyphosate exposure. The European Commission has announced it will task EU regulatory agencies with evaluating these new findings – and will take action if necessary.
By Julia Dahm
At a high-level dialogue in Brussels, both sides aim to coordinate their approach to environmental issues. Topics include a global plastics treaty, the biodiversity agenda and air pollution. A date has now also been set for the EU-China summit in July.
By Amelie Richter
A new ruling by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) outlines the specific circumstances under which wolves may be hunted in EU countries.
By Julia Dahm
