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EUDR: Parliament objects to risk classification

The European Parliament on Wednesday raised an objection to the EU Deforestation Regulation's (EUDR) risk list. However, the Parliament's decision is not legally binding.

By Amélie Günther

How the Commission plans to prepare the member states for the next crisis

The European Commission wants to encourage member states to stockpile a broad range of strategic reserves. In light of growing geopolitical threats, more coordination is also necessary, said Commissioner Hadja Lahbib.

By Stephan Israel

Carola Rackete has resigned from her seat in the EP

By Redaktion Table

Von der Leyen coalition: Why the S&D punches below its weight

With 136 Members of the European Parliament, the Socialists & Democrats (S&D) are the second-largest force in the informal Von der Leyen coalition. Yet translating that numerical strength into political influence remains an uphill struggle.

By Markus Grabitz

ECF: Commission expands its powers

Initial reactions to the leaked Commission draft for the European Competitiveness Fund (ECF) are critical, particularly concerning a perceived expansion of Commission powers and a weakening of the European Parliament’s role.

By János Allenbach-Ammann

Hydrogen: associations criticize lack of PPAs

Business associations miss the fact that the new delegated act for low-carbon hydrogen does not allow PPAs with renewable energy plants to be taken into account. The NGO CAN Europe, on the other hand, sees a permanent loophole for LNG in the legislation.

By Manuel Berkel

Why we need a strong EU Consumer Agenda 2030

In consumer policy, the European Commission must close regulatory gaps and account for major shifts like climate change and digitalization, argues Isabelle Buscke of the Federation of German Consumer Organizations. Consumer interests are not an obstacle to growth – they are its foundation.

By Isabelle Buscke

Laser attack on German aircraft: Beijing rejects accusations

China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied claims that a Chinese warship targeted a German military aircraft with a laser in the Red Sea. According to a ministry spokesperson, the German Foreign Office’s account "contradicts the facts known to the Chinese side".

By Leonardo Pape

Dessert

By Leonardo Pape

Deflation: Producer prices in China continue to fall

China’s producer prices have dropped to their lowest level in nearly two years. The decline reflects an intensifying price war within the Chinese economy.

By Leonardo Pape