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A Digital New Deal for Europe

Europe's increasing digital dependence on technologies from the USA and China requires a rethink of European digital policy. BITMi President Oliver Grün explains the necessary steps and the role of IT SMEs.

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Shenzhen: These are the plans for China's innovation hub

Shenzhen was long regarded as the "workbench of the world." In the meantime, the metropolis has transformed itself into an up-and-coming high-tech location with enormous development momentum. The next transformation is imminent.

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How the EU and UK can now work together

Labour's landslide victory means the UK is bucking the trend of a Europe-wide shift to the right and towards political inertia. Under the new government, the UK and the EU can rapidly deepen their cooperation, writes Jake Benford in this Opinion. However, this would require the EU to show more flexibility, strategic ability and political coherence.

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New opportunities for EU-UK relations after the British elections 

The European super election year continues: On Thursday, the United Kingdom will elect a new parliament. After fourteen years of Tory-led governments and Brexit, all polls indicate an absolute majority for Labour. This presents opportunities for a renewal of EU-UK cooperation, particularly in foreign and security policy – if both sides show flexibility.

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Why Germany is crucial for the EU's industrial strategy

In today's Opinion, Linda Kalcher and Neil Makaroff, directors of the Strategic Perspectives think tank, argue for a strong role for Germany in the development of a new European industrial strategy. The "economic powerhouse of Europe" could use its knowledge in a targeted manner for the benefit of the entire EU.

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EU tariffs: What impact they have globally

How the EU approached the additional tariffs on Chinese e-vehicles shows the true nature of the US tariffs of 100 percent. Brussels determined the exact subsidy levels in order to prevent market distortions. The USA is all about protectionism.

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