China continues to expand its influence in the Indo-Pacific: Beijing has forged a security partnership with the Solomon Islands. A US admiral even accuses Beijing of militarizing the South China Sea.
Von Christiane Kuehl
ASEAN nations have declined an invitation to a summit in Washington on short notice. The Southeast Asian states do not want to be forced to side with the West in the conflict with Russia. This is because the balance of power in Asia tends to shift toward China.
Von Frank Sieren
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has shaken many long-held Western assumptions about the foundations of peace in Europe. Among other things, it has renewed policymakers’ focus on energy dependence as a key strategic issue.
Von Redaktion Table
Germany and other member states are preparing for Russia to cut gas supplies due to the ruble dispute. A phone call between the German chancellor and the Russian president did not resolve the ongoing payment issue.
Von Till Hoppe
Mit Digital Services Act, Digital Markets Act und dem Artificial Intelligence Act stehen drei große Regelwerke der EU an. In allen dreien kommt der EU-Kommission eine wichtige Rolle bei der Durchsetzung zu. Aber kann diese die Aufsicht wirklich stemmen? Eine Finanzierung über das Verursacher-Prinzip könnte hier eine Lösung bringen – und neue Probleme.
Von Falk Steiner
