Short sellers were the first to smell fraud in the Wirecard case. They also uncovered shady practices in other cases. In the EU, however, there are many hurdles to keep them out of the market.
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The new German government must maintain its international leadership role and continue to support the indigenous peoples of the tropical rainforests – because our future is closely linked. If we really want to put a stop to deforestation, investment here will have the greatest impact.
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The AI Regulation contains only a few explicit regulations on the topic of the working environment. However, these do bring improvements for employees. Employment law expert Brandt explains what these are and how the German government should make use of the regulation's scope.
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The BRICS+ alliance is meeting for the first time since its enlargement to six countries. Its rise is fueled by the United States' loss of political and economic credibility under the presidency of Donald Trump. This makes a multipolar world order more likely. However, there are also significant tensions within the alliance.
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A recent paper by Germany’s Environment Agency (UBA), co-authored by an expert from the Thünen Institute, calls for stricter EU-wide regulation of agricultural inhibitors. While these chemical compounds help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, they also pose potential risks to the environment and human health.
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Polemical China debates echo distorted stereotypes from the past. In the Xi-Trump era, irrational fears and mutual accusations continue to open up fronts. It is worthwhile to look at the roots of common assumptions about China.
By Leonardo Pape
China’s infrastructure offensive along the New Silk Road is taking effect – Europe’s responses remain vague. While Brussels continues to hesitate, Tashkent presented concrete proposals for a more integrated Central Asia strategy at the International Investment Forum. The region is becoming a geopolitical testing ground between vision and influence.
By Amelie Richter
The countries of the Global South do not have the resources to implement the CO2 border adjustment mechanism from 2027, say UN diplomats. They are therefore calling for a postponement and financial participation.
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Our China Perspective column is written by authors from the People's Republic. Today's article is dedicated to Harvard graduate Jiang Yurong. In her speech at the graduation ceremony, she actually wanted to call for more unity and togetherness. However, anger and criticism rained down from all directions. The reactions reveal how divided not only China but the whole world has become.
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The UN Ocean Conference in Nice once again highlights the urgency of resolute climate action: Rising sea levels could make coastal cities uninhabitable – today's politicians will decide how high this rise will be. Climate researcher Hans-Otto Pörtner writes how inertia and delaying strategies already complicate the implementation of existing resolutions.
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