Germany is extending the border controls already in place in the east and south of the country to all land borders this Monday. This could lead to traffic jams and is causing criticism – including from the former President of the European Commission.
By Redaktion Table
Almost 100 organizations are prepared to implement the rules of the AI Act earlier than required. In order to join the AI Pact, they are making a corresponding declaration. The kick-off event is planned for September 25.
By Corinna Visser
Karl-Josef Laumann headed the CDU social wing for almost two decades. Now a member of the European Parliament is taking over, starting with an appeal to the mother party.
By Redaktion Table
The EU Commission is preparing a proposal to stabilize the sanctions regime for frozen Russian central bank funds. This is a prerequisite for US participation in the $50 billion aid package for Ukraine.
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European car manufacturers could face fines of €15 billion. In 2025, stricter EU CO2 fleet limits will come into force, which all manufacturers will fail to meet, with the exception of BMW and Stellantis. The industry wants to persuade the Commission to amend the law.
By Markus Grabitz
Jens Stoltenberg is still the face of NATO until the end of September. Now he could become the first non-German to head the Munich Security Conference and replace Christoph Heusgen.
By Michael Bröcker
Hungary's Prime Minister wants to place strategic sectors in the hands of Hungarian companies and is imposing special taxes and administrative harassment on European competitors. German businesses and the German government are now urging the EU Commission to take action against this.
By Till Hoppe
The G20 digital ministers want to develop innovative financing mechanisms and creative strategies to strengthen the digital infrastructure and reduce the digital divide. They intend to issue a declaration to this effect.
By Corinna Visser
