During his visit to China, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping have much to discuss. It’s about becoming more resilient against Western sanctions. Customs data shows the extent to which China supports Russia’s war machine in Ukraine.
By Michael Radunski
For the fourth time in its history, Beijing is issuing a long-term special bond. Analysts expect it to have a significant effect on growth – especially as the Communist Party has announced further long-term government bonds.
By Jörn Petring
The EU Commission could present proposals on the right to switch off PCs when working from home, rules for teleworking and a collective bargaining clause in the next legislative period. In addition, the AI regulations from the Platform Work Directive are to be transferred to all other economic sectors.
By Alina Leimbach
Georgia is gambling away its prospects of joining the EU. The parliament has passed the pro-Moscow agent law amid mass protests on the streets. Former Georgian Foreign Minister Maia Panjikidze calls on the West to increase pressure on Tbilisi.
By Stephan Israel
An armed conflict between the Philippines and China is brewing on no less than three reefs in the South China Sea. The situation could escalate quickly, even dragging the USA into a military conflict.
By Michael Radunski
In the next EU legislative period, the main focus will be on the implementation of agreed projects. The economy has high hopes for the Ecodesign Regulation.
By Nicolas Heronymus
Get to know the "Top of the Table": the 100 key figures on the German-speaking European scene. Selected by the Europe.Table editorial team in ten categories, from politics to administration, consulting, think tanks, foundations and NGOs. Today: the most important think tank personalities.
By Redaktion Table
More than two billion people cook with wood and coal, leading to millions of deaths annually, mostly among women and children. This problem could be significantly reduced in a relatively simple, cost-effective and environmentally friendly way. A summit in Paris is debating the pathways to achieve this.
By Goswami Urmi
Social Democrats, Liberals and Greens are urging the EPP to agree on informal cooperation after the European elections but Ursula von der Leyen and Manfred Weber are also talking to right-wing parties. The power game could block important processes, but von der Leyen in particular has reason to hurry.
By Till Hoppe
Major banks continue to invest billions in the fossil fuel industry. In some areas, investments have even increased. However, there are also pioneers for a climate-friendly financial industry.
By Nick Nuttall
