The EU possesses a range of instruments to respond to protectionist US trade policy. The pivotal question will be whether the member states can agree on a common approach. Chinese pressure could divide the EU.
By Table.Briefings
The official agenda for COP29 includes major issues such as financing and new climate targets. But there are also a lot of detailed issues that are controversial and important.
By Bernhard Pötter
The election of Donald Trump as US President has shocked climate activists around the world. They now discuss plans for how global cooperation and the energy transition can continue, even if the USA leaves the UN climate process for the third time.
By Bernhard Pötter
At an event hosted by Table.Briefings and the German Marshall Fund at the North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) State Representation, experts discussed the implications of the US election outcome. Political and business representatives agreed that the result would strain German-American relations.
By Maximilian Stascheit
Donald Trump as POTUS would probably radically reduce the US government's climate policy, bleed the authorities dry and stop federal programs. However, the energy transition in the USA and the resistance of states, cities and companies would continue. If Trump wins, COP29 could fail due to the financial issue.
By Bernhard Pötter
Writer Ian Buruma keenly understands world history's big and small connections. In this interview, he explains how the US elections could herald a turning point in the Indo-Pacific and why he willingly watches Chinese propaganda flicks.
By Fabian Peltsch
After Joe Biden's withdrawal, Kamala Harris is considered the Democratic Party's top candidate. The Vice President has clear foreign policy principles. She represents a hard line towards China.
By Michael Radunski
J.D. Vance wants to completely refocus US foreign policy on China. The potential Vice President under Donald Trump is convinced: China is the true enemy of the USA. This focus would have significant implications for Europe.
By Michael Radunski
Should Donald Trump return to the White House this November, the West's trade conflicts with the People's Republic will increase, warns former EU diplomat Gunnar Wiegand. He says the EU must prevent deindustrialization caused by cheap Chinese imports.
By Amelie Richter
By June, the US Supreme Court will decide on the Chevron Doctrine. If the justices overturn this decision, numerous disputes will no longer be resolved by Congress, potentially complicating future climate and environmental regulations.
By Andreas Seidl
A second term in office for Donald Trump harbors risks for the entire world. He and his autocratic allies are not only aiming to destroy American democracy, but also the entire system of international order that emerged after the Second World War. In our new series, we explain the economic, climate and security policy consequences for Germany, Europe, Africa and China.
