Mehr Tapas, weniger One-Pot: Die Einstimmigkeitsregel, nach der bei gewissen sensiblen Themen alle Mitgliedstaaten einstimmig zustimmen müssen, ist vielen Bürgern Europas ein Dorn im Auge, wie die Konferenz zur Zukunft Europas ergeben hat. Kommt es zur tiefgreifenden Reform des Projekts Europas?
Von Claire Stam
In view of the threat of a halt to Russian gas supplies, there is a fierce debate about possible shutdowns of industrial plants. But now, of all things, an important German government support program for energy savings by companies is being delayed.
Von Manuel Berkel
The left-wing politician Jean-Luc Mélenchon had announced it during the presidential elections: the 70-year-old wants to become prime minister. More quickly than expected, he has now launched a left-wing alliance against President Emmanuel Macron. And power for Mélenchon could put France's pro-European direction in jeopardy.
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The Omicron wave and China's harsh response to it are weighing on virtually all European companies. In a survey by the EU Chamber of Commerce in China, nearly every company complains about disrupted supply chains, lack of travel and other problems. They desire a different Covid policy. Impatience is growing.
Von Christiane Kuehl
Under Security Chief John Lee, Hong Kong's police brutally crushed mass protests in 2019. To this day, Lee has not answered for the rampant violence. Still, the 64-year-old wants to lead the city government's fate in the future. His chances of being elected as the new Chief Executive on Sunday are high. He enjoys Beijing's support.
Von Marcel Grzanna
