Portugal has nominated former Finance Minister Maria Luís Albuquerque, the Danish government its Minister for Development and Global Climate Policy Dan Jørgensen and Spain its current Climate Minister Teresa Ribera as candidates for the EU Commission.
By Table.Briefings
The EU and China are establishing a new mechanism for cross-border data exchange. One aim is to make it easier for European companies to comply with Chinese data laws.
By Corinna Visser
The President wants equal numbers of female and male commissioners in the new term of office, but the governments have hardly nominated any women so far. How von der Leyen still wants to ensure equality.
By Till Hoppe
Some capitals are still discussing who should represent their country in the EU Commission in this legislature. Other names have already been decided. An overview that we are constantly updating for you.
By Lukas Knigge
In the last mandate, the EU introduced many new digital laws. These are now to come into effect. The goal is a digital single market and better protection of democracy.
By Corinna Visser
The European Parliament has confirmed Ursula von der Leyen as head of the EU Commission. The political guidelines for 2024 to 2029, which were published on Thursday, are peppered with projects that affect the People's Republic.
By Amelie Richter
The allocation of the top posts should actually be a swift affair. However, after their clear election victory, the EPP representatives are confidently making new demands – and questioning the usual balance.
By Till Hoppe
The tariffs are here, but the conflicts are far from over. Berlin intends to keep intervening in Brussels to avoid provoking Beijing too much. And Beijing will almost certainly retaliate – though probably not against Germany first.
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The Greens received a setback in the European elections. But does this also apply to the Green Deal? What impact will the election results have on European climate policy?
By Lukas Knigge
EPP, S D and Renew continue to hold a majority in the new European Parliament but may seek the support of the Greens to secure Ursula von der Leyen's reelection.
By Markus Grabitz
