WUC presidential election: Why Alawdun was elected unopposed
Turgunjan Alawdun is a founding member of the World Uyghur Congress (WUC). After 20 years, the 58-year-old is now taking over as president. A difficult task awaits him.
By Marcel Grzanna
Turgunjan Alawdun is a founding member of the World Uyghur Congress (WUC). After 20 years, the 58-year-old is now taking over as president. A difficult task awaits him.
By Marcel Grzanna
In a position paper, the EU Chamber of Commerce in China speaks of a "tipping point." Challenges such as a flagging economy, regulatory hurdles and a politicized business environment create uncertainty. But there are also positive developments, says Adam Dunnett, Secretary General of the European Chamber of Commerce in China.
By Lukas Knigge
France and Germany are divided over the tariffs on electric cars manufactured in China. German manufacturers have several reasons to oppose the tariffs, one of which concerns the EU's climate targets.
By Markus Grabitz
The EU Commission wants to help the automotive industry out of the crisis. To this end, it is planning a strategic dialog on the future of the automotive industry. A person to moderate the dialog is still being sought.
By Markus Grabitz
Ursula von der Leyen has assigned the previous lightweight dossier of international partnerships to the Czech Minister for Industry and Trade. Prague is only partially satisfied with von der Leyen's decision. However, the designated Commissioner sees things differently. Above all, he is now to give the BRI competition Global Gateway more momentum.
By Redaktion Table
China announces provisional anti-dumping duties on cognac – yet another turn of the screw in the ongoing customs dispute between Brussels and Beijing. Other possible steps should alert Berlin in particular.
By Amelie Richter
This Friday, the long-awaited vote on additional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles is due to take place. The decision reveals deep rifts between the EU member states. It is considered very likely that the tariffs will be passed – despite all the objections from Germany.
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Last year, the number of jobs in renewable energies climbed to at least 16.2 million. China is at the top of the list, but there are also significantly more jobs in Germany. However, another solar industry report clouds the outlook.
By Lukas Bayer
Europe is being left behind by China and the USA when it comes to hydrogen, warns the Boston Consulting Group in a new study. However, the EU Commission is already planning several measures to reduce dependence on China.
By Nico Beckert
The EU Commission plans to set a maximum quota for Chinese electrolyzers in future green hydrogen tenders. It fears the EU will become too dependent on imported electrolyzers from China. The European hydrogen industry welcomes the move.
By Manuel Berkel