The Commission misses the October deadline for presenting the law on corporate due diligence. As if there weren't enough points of contention already, the Commission President has now interfered: von der Leyen wants to use the law to enforce a ban on imports of products from forced labor. This would actually require a trade instrument.
By Charlotte Wirth
Where are the Europeans? The UN climate conference in Glasgow must urgently deliver concrete results, writes former EU Climate Action Commissioner Connie Hedegaard in her position paper. It is up to the EU to take a stand, especially with regard to poorer countries.
By Redaktion Table
A new study commissioned by the Greens/EFA group shows that the use of biometric surveillance technology is increasing in the EU, despite the lack of a legal framework. The authors make seven recommendations on how the EU should regulate the controversial technology.
By Jasmin Kohl
A week before the start of COP26, the commitment of some industrialized countries is slowly gaining momentum. A report on the US$100 billion target indicates that the willingness to take financial responsibility for climate change is increasing. Nevertheless, the targets will not be met for the time being. Higher contributions are expected primarily from the private sector.
By Lukas Knigge
The member states' position on the Digital Markets Act will be finalized shortly. There are still a few points of contention in the European Parliament – but compromises seem possible.
By Till Hoppe
