Concerns are mounting about the performance of medium-sized and smaller institutions: Another financial conglomerate that provided the Chinese property sector with billions is insolvent. China's financial regulator now allows banks to issue unsecured short-term loans.
By Marcel Grzanna
The Russian government passed a new climate doctrine shortly before COP28. It outlines a framework for domestic decarbonization and signals the will for international cooperation. However, experts argue that fossil fuels will remain the dominant energy source, which will hinder the climate transition.
By Arne Schütte
The European Parliament is having an emotional debate about the planned, controversial Spanish amnesty law. EPP group leader Manfred Weber criticizes that Pedro Sánchez has broken the principle of the rule of law out of selfishness. At the same time, Sánchez's new cabinet is taking shape.
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As COP28 is about to kick off, the New Climate Institute presents an encouraging report on climate policy. Although progress is insufficient and too slow, there is hope. Thanks to a change of opinion, ambitious targets, pressure on investments and the surprising success of renewables.
By Bernhard Pötter
The European Parliament takes stock almost three years after Brexit. The Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) between Brussels and London has reduced the expected economic damage. There is a need for expansion in foreign and security policy.
By Markus Grabitz
The countdown is on for the release of an audit report on human rights standards at the Volkswagen factory in Xinjiang. Much is at stake for the corporation, the auditing firm and investors, particularly their credibility.
By Marcel Grzanna
German Chancellor Scholz and Italian Prime Minister Meloni present themselves as a dream couple at the joint government consultations in Berlin. But despite all the euphoria, the evening is rather sober. The joint action plan mainly contains declarations of intent.
By Redaktion Table
The EU Parliament has rejected the European Commission's proposal on the sustainable use of plant protection products. This means that one of the key texts of the Green Deal is politically dead just months before the end of the legislative period.
By Claire Stam
A Table.Media exclusive: Shortly before COP28, Greenpeace presents a mid-term review of the German government's climate policy: Aside from partial successes, there have been delays and setbacks. Given Germany's national budget crisis, the organization calls for a levy-financed 100 billion special budget for the climate and the future.
By Bernhard Pötter
The largest overhaul in the company's history was meant to give Chinese tech giant Alibaba a fresh start. However, the comprehensive realignment is now being completely reconsidered, causing dismay among investors.
By Jörn Petring
