Some member states want to take more effective action against such trade restrictions in future. The EU Commission had previously punished the US snack manufacturer Mondelēz for illegally restricting trade in its products within Europe.
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Sandra Weeser (FDP), hopes that French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to Germany will lead to model initiatives for European defense cooperation.
By Gabriel Bub
Two weeks before the European elections, the race for influential positions within the Brussels bubble is in full swing. France is making numerous efforts to assert its power.
By Claire Stam
The candidates from five party families argue above all about the demarcation to the right. However, the debate, which is broadcast across Europe, also shows the limits of the top candidate principle.
By Till Hoppe
The Space Council of the EU and ESA is setting the course for the competitiveness of space travel. In future, more private companies will be awarded contracts.
By Corinna Visser
The EU has pledged almost €20 billion to third countries to stop refugees and migrants on their way to Europe. The effect of the migration agreements is controversial, and Brussels is also making itself dependent on the short-term interests of authoritarian regimes.
By Markus Weisskopf
The Council has reached a political agreement on a regulation that will give the EuroHPC supercomputer project a new direction. The development and operation of AI factories to support an ecosystem is now an additional goal.
By Corinna Visser
The leader of the right-wing ID Group in the European Parliament, Marco Zanni, requested the expulsion of all AfD MEPs today, Thursday. The motion received the necessary support in the afternoon.
By Redaktion Table
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces new elections at an unexpectedly early date. It is a risky move for his party.
By Redaktion Table
Political scientist Manuel Müller has developed the Euromat with supporters. It is the only election aid that looks at the European parties.
By Markus Grabitz
