The EU is not sufficiently prepared for multiple crises, states Finnish former President Sauli Niinistö in his report to Ursula von der Leyen. He presents recommendations on how the deficits could be remedied. And it's not just funding that is likely to be the subject of discussion.
By Stephan Israel
Foreign Affairs Commissioner Borrell urges Belgrade to adopt European foreign policy – otherwise, Serbia would jeopardize its future EU membership. In its enlargement report, the Commission diagnoses real progress in only a few countries.
By Till Hoppe
Beijing is taking steps against the EU's additional tariffs on Chinese EVs at the World Trade Organization. The EU Commission defends its decision, but still sees a possible solution. China is said to have warned its car manufacturers against investing in EU countries.
By Amelie Richter
The work program of the European Innovation Council (EIC) for 2025 provides €1.4 billion. The aim is to promote European technological autonomy and reduce dependencies in critical sectors.
By Corinna Visser
The Permanent Representatives are finalizing the Budapest Declaration, set to be adopted at the informal summit on Nov. 8 in Budapest. The draft outlines strategic initiatives to boost economic growth and strengthen the global competitive position of member states.
By Julia Mertens
The e-fuels industry association criticizes that regulatory deficiencies are hindering investment and the scaling of hydrogen and its derivatives. It is calling for clear framework conditions, a revision of existing guidelines and the opening up of additional target markets.
By Lukas Knigge
Most employees in Germany have a positive view of the energy transition. However, many remain skeptical about the socio-economic consequences. Not even one in three expect energy prices to fall.
By Carsten Hübner
It is not only the elections in the EU accession candidates Moldova and Georgia that are under suspicion of vote rigging. There are also indications of vote buying and controlled voting in EU member state Bulgaria.
By Frank Stier
Last year, coal was used to generate more electricity than ever before. The annually updated "Global Coal Exit List" database records the largest increases in China and India.
By Alex Veit
The Green leadership is reorganizing. Sven Giegold, previously State Secretary in the BMWK, is also earmarked for an important post. He is therefore leaving the Ministry of Economic Affairs.
By Alina Leimbach
