Can a full-blown trade war with the US still be avoided? German Chancellor Friedrich Merz remains optimistic following talks at the G7 summit – especially for one industry critical to Germany.
Von Alina Leimbach
The Bundesrat has expressed support for the EU Commission’s plans to reduce bureaucracy in sustainability regulations. In an official opinion, it calls for clearer rules on reporting and due diligence obligations – and for exemptions, particularly for SMEs and hospitals.
Von Lukas Franke
Chancellor Merz appears willing to bring more transparency to his European policy. For the first time, his office will provide a briefing on discussions held at an EU summit – something the Chancellor’s Office had previously always declined to do.
Von Till Hoppe
Fresh momentum for Regulation 883: Numerous EU member states are calling for swift progress in negotiations over the social rights of mobile workers. Now the Polish Council Presidency must respond.
Von Alina Leimbach
On Tuesday, the European Commission unveiled its reform plan for the securitization market. However, it remains unclear how much capital could actually be freed up or whether the changes will result in more credit flowing into the real economy.
Von Marc Winkelmann
On Tuesday, the EU Council of Environment Ministers adopted its negotiating position on the upcoming EU regulation for end-of-life vehicles. Key adjustments compared to the European Commission’s proposal concern vehicle categories and minimum quotas for plastic content.
Von Nicolas Heronymus
Federal Environment Minister Carsten Schneider has voiced criticism of Economic Affairs Minister Katherina Reiche’s participation in the Nuclear Alliance meeting. In a new letter to the Commission, the alliance is calling for access to regular EU research funding.
Von Manuel Berkel
With energy prices remaining high and the war in Ukraine continuing, Germany and Denmark want to work together to focus even more on wind power. A hydrogen pipeline from 2030 is another part of the plans.
Von Marion Bergermann
EU Parliament and Council agree on new rules to enforce the General Data Protection Regulation. Consumer advocates criticize loopholes and slow procedures.
Von Corinna Visser
According to media reports, EU Competition Commissioner Teresa Ribera is blocking the opex subsidy for cleantech manufacturers. She states it does not provide an incentive for competitive companies.
Von Lukas Knigge
