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Elmar Brok war von 1980 bis 2019 Mitglied des Europäischen Parlaments.

Angela Merkel – prima inter pares

The long-time CDU MEP has known Angela Merkel since the spring of 1990 and advised the future German Chancellor on European policy. He explains from his own experience where her authority in the circle of heads of state and government came from – but also how it began to crumble.

By Redaktion Table

Negotiators reach final agreement on Data Governance Act

Last night, the European Parliament, the Council, and the Commission reached a common position at the trilogue on the Data Governance Act. In doing so, they laid the foundation for a European data economy. The main objective of the Act is to facilitate the use of third-party data. The agreement clearly shows that the DGA does not create parallel legislation to the General Data Protection Regulation.

By Jasmin Kohl

Far-right candidate in France: Éric Zemmour's campaign crumbling

For weeks the far-right Éric Zemmour has kept voters waiting for his official candidacy. Now the 63-year-old controversial presenter has announced he will run as a candidate in France's presidential elections in April. He made his decision to save the country, he said in a video message released on Tuesday.

By Redaktion Table