Ursula von der Leyen calls for a new approach to competition policy. However, small EU states are resisting a relaxation of the rules for large mergers. But the Commission President has an important lever.
By Till Hoppe
The Stuttgart Region Chamber of Industry and Commerce is going its own way in the fight against excessive bureaucracy: On behalf of President Claus Paal, IT specialists and legal experts from his chamber have developed an AI-based tool to identify and reduce bureaucratic obligations for companies. Initial reactions have been encouraging.
By Experts Table.Briefings
With Solar Package I, the coalition government aims to advance the expansion of agri-PV systems to harmonize solar energy with agricultural use. From an expert's perspective, this is costly: Many system concepts are not economically viable even with subsidies.
By Kai Moll
During her visit to Beijing, the Italian head of government spoke of wanting to make trade with China fairer. Rome's trade deficit with Beijing has recently increased significantly.
By Redaktion Table
Excessive deficit procedures have been initiated against Belgium, France, Italy, Hungary, Malta, Poland and Slovakia. Romania has already been subject to an excessive deficit procedure since 2020.
By Corinna Visser
For the first time, the European Union has released interest income from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine. The Ukrainian Prime Minister welcomed the move as a significant contribution to the defense of his country.
By Redaktion Table
Patent applications are an important indicator of innovative strength and competitiveness. A cep study shows that the EU is far from a global leader in many critical technologies.
By Corinna Visser
The EU has released a second report on the application of the GDPR, which is quite positive. This has drawn criticism from MEP Axel Voss.
By Corinna Visser
The far right has significantly increased its seats in the European Parliament. However, they were once again excluded from key positions by pro-European groups. What's new is the protest against the cordon sanitaire.
By Markus Grabitz
Elke Kaschl Mohni has headed the Goethe-Institut in Brussels since 2019. The alumni network with Research Commissioner Iwanowa is important to her.
By Silke Wettach
