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Christian Küchen: Tankrabatt in Deutschland

How the fuel discount became a bone of contention

When it came to the fuel rebate, parts of the media and the public quickly had a clear opinion: The energy tax cut on gasoline and diesel would not be passed on in full, and the petroleum industry would keep a slice of it. The story of a different perception.

By Redaktion Table

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Charging infrastructure expansion: one step away from agreement

To ensure that the transition to a greener transport system can succeed, the 27 EU member states must expand their charging infrastructure as quickly and extensively as possible. While the Commission and the Council have already defined their positions for the expansion, negotiations in the Parliament have so far stalled. Now, there are far-reaching compromises. However, "a few thick boards" still need to be drilled.

By Lukas Knigge

Azerbaijan to double gas imports to EU

Gas imports from the South Caucasus are intended to reduce the EU's dependence on Russia. But Gazprom is trying to disrupt the Union's political rescue attempts with ever new maneuvers.

By Manuel Berkel