China's economy is not getting off the ground. More and more sections of the population are becoming disgruntled – to the point of protesting.
By Felix Lee
Europe’s Social Democrats have detailed their corporate tax proposals. In social legislation, they aim to introduce a dedicated AI law for employees. In energy policy, they demand a mandatory end to fossil fuel subsidies.
By Manuel Berkel
Although there were concerns from Germany, the Council of EU Labor Ministers has agreed its negotiating position on the European Works Council Directive. The Confederation of German Employers' Associations is critical.
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A Hungarian government document reveals the priorities of the Hungarian Council Presidency for the coming six months – including a whole series of trilogues.
By Table.Briefings
Even after 16 years, the EU Council is still unable to decide on reforming the EU anti-discrimination law. Although there is more support for this than ever before, three countries have expressed reservations in the EPSCO.
By Alina Leimbach
With the exception of Sweden and Austria, all member states support the La Hulpe Declaration. However, there has recently been increasing pressure from the business community against the EU's labor market and social measures.
By Alina Leimbach
The La Hulpe Declaration is intended to set out the social policy guidelines for the coming legislative period. The momentum for social policy has weakened recently. It is still unclear whether all member states will support the declaration.
By Alina Leimbach
The EU has waited a long time to adapt its most important legal instrument for Ukrainian refugees to the realities of the situation. The Commission and the German government still have no plan – now there is little time left for a new regulation.
By Falk Steiner
The Belgian Council Presidency has failed in its attempt to negotiate an agreement on Regulation 883 on social policy. This also concerns proof of social insurance for employees working abroad in the EU (A1 certificate). The European Parliament does not want to negotiate on partial aspects, but only on the entire dossier.
By Markus Grabitz
The Landkreistag has presented its demands for the European elections. Among other things, it wants children in other EU countries to have less entitlement to social benefits depending on the member state.
By Okan Bellikli
