After the "summer of humiliation," the Commission President must try to send a signal of new beginnings. But Ursula von der Leyen is not acting from a strong position.
By Till Hoppe, Stephan Israel and János Allenbach-Ammann
More manufacturers from China than ever before will be exhibiting at the 2025 IAA. Even though the much-heralded wave has not yet materialized – more and more Germans are opting for cars made in China thanks to their affordable prices.
By Julia Fiedler
François Bayrou's government is about to come to an end. If he resigns, President Macron will have to choose between a new government and new elections.
By Claire Stam
The chemical industry is waiting for the Commission's planned rules on mass balancing in chemical recycling to make the processes economically viable. The mechanical recycling industry, on the other hand, sees its business under existential threat.
By Nicolas Heronymus
With the Ukraine meeting in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron addressed several audiences: his electorate, Kyiv's supporters and, in particular, Donald Trump. The US president's position is crucial for the coalition of the willing.
By Nana Brink, Gabriel Bub and Viktor Funk
With the Ukraine meeting in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron addressed several audiences: his electorate, Kyiv's supporters and, in particular, Donald Trump. The US president's position is crucial for the coalition of the willing.
By Nana Brink, Gabriel Bub and Viktor Funk
The US President has announced tariffs in response to digital regulations. Nevertheless, the Commission is sticking to the supposed deal between the EU and the US. It intends to present a proposal to reduce industrial tariffs this week.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
While the German government is against the Italian takeover of Commerzbank, the EU Commission is in favor of cross-border takeovers. It warns that it will use "all available means" to remove national barriers.
By János Allenbach-Ammann and Alexander Wiedmann
With the joint declaration, the EU secures limited tariffs on cars and pharmaceuticals. The Commission plans to present a regulatory proposal in August to reduce EU industrial tariffs for the US to zero.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
German Foreign Minister Wadephul wants to campaign in Indonesia for more German investment. The country still tends to be critical of European involvement. Yet it could be a key partner in diversifying the German economy.
By Marcel Grzanna and Sara Sievert
