The case of the suspected spy Jian G. has sparked a debate about how to deal with citizens of Chinese origin in Germany. How can the balancing act between averting risks and a non-discriminatory integration policy be achieved? The German Association of University Professors and Lecturers sees a challenge for politicians.
By Marcel Grzanna
It often depends on the favor of the party leader whether a politician is allowed to run for a promising position in the European Parliament. This has consequences for the professionalism of work in the European Parliament.
By Markus Grabitz
Porsche inspiration and many digital functions: Smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi celebrates a successful start in the electric car business, also thanks to clever marketing.
By Jörn Petring
Following the affair involving AfD MEP Krah, MEPs are calling for additional measures against foreign interference and corruption. The new ethics body for the EU institutions and stricter transparency rules are not enough, criticize NGOs.
By Eric Bonse
At Auto China 2024, Germany's traditional brands Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz present themselves as fighters. However, strong competition and brutal price dumping in the NEV market will not make the next few years easy.
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Seven years after his Sorbonne speech, French President Emmanuel Macron returned to the renowned Parisian university. There, he called for a new paradigm for security and industrial policy – and pleaded for a "common investment shock".
By Claire Stam
Germany's largest car manufacturer missed the start into the era of electric vehicles in China and is under pressure. At the start of the Beijing Motor Show, however, the group's executives remain optimistic.
By Jörn Petring
The Petersberg Climate Dialogue in Berlin will inform visitors about the course of COP29 host Azerbaijan, the 'COP Troika' and Germany's climate finances. But many of the most interesting questions will only be touched on unofficially.
By Bernhard Pötter
The fossil fuel phase-out will be a core issue at the Petersberg Dialogue. But which countries will be allowed to produce and sell oil and gas, and how long? The cheapest, cleanest, or poorest producers? Developing countries are particularly affected.
By Nico Beckert
The new Commission will have to tackle new tasks in digital policy. Parliamentarians are calling for a focus on the implementation and improvement of existing laws. Legislation should also become more flexible.
By Corinna Visser
