Batteries are becoming more and more the heart of modern cars. Chinese manufacturers have successfully set multiple global standards for EV batteries. With the lithium iron phosphate battery (LFP) China's manufacturers show particular strength. Thanks in part to China's industrial policy.
By Frank Sieren
Less than a month after the State of the Union Address, the Commission presented its work program for 2022 to the plenary of the European Parliament. Among them are important projects in the areas of digital and the Green Deal.
By Redaktion Table
The fronts between Poland and the EU have hardened in the dispute over the rule of law and the primacy of EU law. A debate with Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki in the European Parliament in Strasbourg failed to produce a quick solution. However, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hinted that she was still willing to talk.
By Eric Bonse
The discussion about the EU fiscal rules is likely to be difficult and possibly protracted. But time is pressing because the currently suspended rules are due to take effect again in 2023. The Commission now wants to prevent the economic recovery from suffering.
By Till Hoppe
Shortly before the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow kicks off, the global energy crisis is hitting China particularly hard. The government is ramping up coal-fired power generation following blackouts across the country. At the same time, President Xi is announcing a massive program for solar and wind. How much longer is China able to rely on both – and still reach carbon neutrality by 2060? That will be one of the key questions of the climate conference.
By Christiane Kuehl
China's power shortages are causing new disruptions to international supply chains. The chip supply is also affected. Some companies are still utilizing their stock. But the crisis is getting worse by the day. This also has an impact on Christmas sales.
By Nico Beckert
The Chinese Chamber of Commerce in the EU has surveyed the mood of Chinese companies in Europe: they are generally confident about trade – but with reservations. They fear that planned EU regulations will have a negative impact on their business and are calling for fewer restrictions on 5G expansion.
By Amelie Richter
The substantive work on the Commission's proposal for a regulation on artificial intelligence has not formally begun in the European Parliament. Nevertheless, it is already foreseeable on which points a compromise will be difficult. We highlight the most important points of contention.
By Jasmin Kohl
The high energy prices will also occupy the heads of state and government at the EU summit on Thursday and Friday. However, the draft conclusions indicate that the member states could at least agree on common formulations.
By Till Hoppe
The China Chamber of Commerce to the EU has surveyed the sentiment among Chinese companies in Europe: They are generally optimistic about trade – but with reservations. They fear a negative impact on their business activities due to planned EU regulations and are calling for fewer restrictions on 5G expansion.
By Amelie Richter
