The EU Parliament clears the way for Europe's first new free trade agreement in three years. For the first time, possible sanctions for violations of environmental or labor standards are provided for.
By Redaktion Table
The trade agreement between the EU and Australia has failed for the time being. Australia was not prepared to agree to the previously agreed duty-free quotas for beef, lamb and sugar. Bernd Lange (SPD), head of the trade committee, calls Australia's actions absurd.
By Redaktion Table
The EU Parliament's Trade Committee (INTA) has spoken out in favor of expanding trade relations with Taiwan. MEPs also called for work to begin swiftly on a stable supply chain agreement with Taiwan.
By Redaktion Table
The European Commission is unlikely to initiate a formal anti-subsidy investigation against Chinese wind energy equipment manufacturers. In the draft European Wind Energy Action Plan set to be presented next week, the Commission proposes alternative measures to support European producers.
By Manuel Berkel
A new trade route through the Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Israel aims to simplify the transportation of goods and renewable energy from India to Europe. The participating countries intend to counterbalance China's growing influence in the region. The USA and the EU also plan to invest in infrastructure in Africa.
By Till Hoppe
In its first China strategy paper, the German government addresses the problems in its relations with Beijing more clearly than before. At the same time, it pledges to coordinate closely with EU partners. Both aspects are well received in Brussels.
By Till Hoppe
