Beijing has responded directly for the first time to EU sanctions against Chinese financial institutions, banning two banks from Lithuania from doing business with partners in China. The move is seen as a warning to larger Chinese banks from the EU.
By Amelie Richter
Due to the lack of implementation of the European Renewable Energy Directive, Deutsche Regas will forgo a subsidy that would have provided EUR 112 million for an electrolysis project.
By Manuel Berkel
In the border region, the Franco-German Parliamentary Assembly aims to make it easier to visit health facilities in the neighboring country. Bilingual kindergartens are also intended to promote mutual understanding.
By Manuel Berkel
At the meeting in Alaska, the EU has months of submission to Donald Trump at stake. The US president could be primarily interested in trade deals. If Vladimir Putin is willing to compromise, the USA could also benefit economically in Russia.
By Marc De Vos
Beijing has responded directly for the first time to EU sanctions against Chinese financial institutions, banning two banks from Lithuania from doing business with partners in China. The move is seen as a warning signal from the EU to larger Chinese banks.
By Amelie Richter
By Stefan Braun and Sara Sievert
US President Trump’s 39% tariffs are hitting the Swiss economy hard and giving pro-Europeans in the country a boost. However, the pressure from the US is still not enough to trigger a new accession debate.
By Janos Allenbach-Ammann
Talks in Geneva are meant to produce a sweeping agreement on plastic waste – but with the finish line in sight, a deal remains elusive. One reason is the negotiating tactics of the delegates.
By Nicolas Heronymus
The Digital Services Coordinator (DSC) has published its first activity report since the Digital Services Act came into force. In 2024, the authority’s work was dominated by its establishment phase, while procedures remained opaque.
By Corinna Visser
