Germany’s ports are underfunded. Yet, they play a central role in supplying the population and for defense purposes in times of national crises. Port representatives are calling on the federal government to do more ahead of the National Maritime Conference in Emden.
By Florian Keisinger and Tino Klemm
Europe would not be able to withstand a protracted war at present because modern warfare relies on mass-produced, low-cost technology. Without rapid adjustments to procurement, industry and strategy, military superiority over adversaries in a war of attrition could quickly evaporate.
By Fabrice Pothier
The fighting in Ukraine is not only preventing the proper containment of the damaged reactor in Chernobyl. The war is creating new dangers, in part because radioactive material from various sources has gone missing, writes the press spokesperson and graduate physicist.
By Norbert Zoubek
Germany needs a regulatory overhaul, according to the president of the German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association. He sees the industrial application of artificial intelligence as a real second chance for the country.
By Gunther Kegel
Colombia wants to phase out coal, oil and gas, and is being penalized by rating agencies for doing so. This example illustrates what needs to change to drive the energy transition in the Global South, writes the Ivy Foundation’s Colombia expert.
By Gustavo De Vivero
Germany’s first military strategy demonstrates the Bundeswehr’s willingness to shoulder greater responsibility – and in doing so puts pressure on policymakers, industry and European partners.
By Patrick Keller and Max Becker
Since the fall, right-wing and far-right parties have stopped gaining ground in the polls. Nevertheless, together they would still win 30 more seats than in the June 2024 European elections.
By Manuel Müller
In their proposal for simplification, the European Parliament’s shadow rapporteurs do not view it as an attack on consumer or worker protection. Rather, they see it as a response to the competitive landscape, in which multiple layers of regulation are weakening Europe.
By Svenja Hahn and Axel Voss
As energy prices surge again, the Petersberg Climate Dialogue offers Germany and the EU a chance to send a clear message: transitioning to renewable energy strengthens national security and protects households from energy price spikes.
By Sarah Jackson and Jule Könneke
In her op-ed, the energy policy spokesperson for the SPD parliamentary group in the Bundestag criticizes the fact that the Federal Ministry of Economics’ proposals regarding the grid package and the amendment to the Renewable Energy Act threaten to slow down the energy transition.
By Nina Scheer
