The German government's coalition contract has received a significant amendment. The first version virtually ruled out the use of Chinese components in German critical infrastructure. The new draft offers more options.
By Angela Köckritz
Climate action will likely play a much smaller role in the next German government than under the previous one. This is suggested by the coalition contract, the distribution of responsibilities, and the minimal mention of this topic. While climate action will return to the Ministry of the Environment (SPD), the energy agenda will remain in the CDU-led Ministry of Economic Affairs.
By Bernhard Pötter
The incoming German government is pushing for the “observance of agreed rules” and “full reciprocity” in its future dealings with China. To enforce this, the coalition is relying on a revised China strategy.
By Amelie Richter
To achieve the German and European climate targets, regulations actually need to be tightened. However, the coalition papers from the ongoing government talks contain a number of announcements to soften climate action measures.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The coalition negotiations in the individual working groups continue on Thursday. Many recognized experts are involved in climate and energy - and only a few critics of the energy transition.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Not only the CDU/CSU and SPD, but also the EU is planning further tightening of asylum policy. The European Commission wants to present its plans for more deportations in Strasbourg.
By Eric Bonse
According to a new analysis, most of the parties' election manifestos are very unclear when it comes to financing climate action. Most parties also want to do too little about climate-damaging subsidies.
By Nico Beckert
With the presentation of their election manifestos, the CDU/CSU, SPD, Green Party and FDP have revealed in detail what policies and measures they have planned for the climate and energy sector. A comparison of the many proposals reveals where cooperation is possible and confrontation is necessary.
By Nico Beckert
Representatives of the Communist Party of China were guests at the Willy Brandt House on Monday. The background is the party dialogue with the Social Democratic Party (SPD). After the meeting, General Secretary Klingel called for more in-depth exchange.
By Amelie Richter
At its congress in Rome, the European Socialist Party (PES) family officially selected Nicolas Schmit as its lead candidate for the European elections. The Luxembourg Social Affairs Commissioner is running to become Commission President. In their manifesto for the election, the Socialists call for equality, the rule of law and good jobs.
By Marc Winkelmann
