Following the EU Foreign Affairs Council, Kaja Kallas called for a more realistic approach to China. She warns of Beijing's role in the Ukraine war, cyberattacks and trade pressure. Ahead of the EU-China summit, she is advocating for a unified European stance.
By Amelie Richter
As Chairman of the EU Military Committee, Robert Brieger advises Foreign Affairs Commissioner Kaja Kallas. The aim is for Europe to be able to defend itself by the end of the decade, says the general from Austria in an interview with Stephan Israel. The Commission has presented the necessary instruments for this with the ReArm Europe rearmament program.
By Stephan Israel
The EU has "conclusive" evidence that armed drones are being manufactured for Russia in China, according to EU circles ahead of the meeting. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock demands consequences for China.
By Amelie Richter
The EU's annual report diagnoses a progressive erosion of rights and freedoms in the city. This, says EU foreign affairs representative Borrell, also impairs Hong Kong's position as an international economic center.
By Amelie Richter
The August summer break for staff in Brussels reaches its halfway point this week. In just over two weeks' time, the political business will resume in the EU's center of power. The remaining four months of the year still have their work cut out for them when it comes to China policy. The EU still has a number of open issues on its agenda, the CAI and sanctions being just two of them. A look at the to-do list and events after the summer break.
By Amelie Richter
