At the EPP Congress in Valencia in April, the Christian Democratic party family wants to decide on a reform. The party is to be developed from a forum for dialog into a forum for decision-making. The leadership will also be newly elected in Valencia.
By Markus Grabitz
In a press conference, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen explained that the funds under the ReArm Europe plan should benefit European industry. However, she plans to find ways to include countries such as the UK and Norway.
By Marc Winkelmann
A large majority of heads of state and government welcome the Commission's proposals to rearm Europe. Only Hungary opposed the support for Ukraine.
By Marc Winkelmann
The Commission aims to encourage member states to increase defense spending through subsidized loans and a limited relaxation of EU debt rules. In Berlin, the potential coalition partners agree to exempt defense spending from the debt brake.
By Marc Winkelmann
How can the EU remain capable of acting in the long term despite the differing interests of the member states? In today's Opinion, Christian Calliess outlines the idea of a core union that is defined by the EU Single Market. Countries that would like to see more integration could join together to form pioneer groups.
By Experts Table.Briefings
The project, which will cost a total of two billion euros, is expected to create 1,800 jobs and could use lithium from Portuguese deposits. Economics Minister Reis described the commitment as a "victory for Portugal."
By Emily Kossak
As the winner of the election, the CDU leader wants to form a new federal government by Easter. In view of US President Trump's policies, an independent European defense capability is a "top priority." However, the coalition talks will be difficult.
By Till Hoppe
Business associations warn that the internal market is at risk of fragmentation in the face of new hurdles. They complain about a passive EU Commission that is initiating fewer and fewer infringement proceedings due to a lack of political will. The new Commission wants to pay more attention to the issue.
By Marc Winkelmann
With FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl, Austria could have an ultra-right head of government. Who is the man who wants to be the "people's chancellor", but for whom not even his own voters are enthusiastic?
By Lukas Bayer
FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl is now negotiating a joint government with the ÖVP. His appointment as chancellor would shift the balance of power in the EU further to the right. For the Christian Democrats, the question of how to distance themselves from the right has taken on a new urgency.
By Till Hoppe
