Purchase incentives for Chinese consumers are beginning to bear fruit. However, in the past, China has only managed to boost domestic consumption temporarily. The economic planners now want to get to the root of the problem with paid leave and childcare support.
By Marcel Grzanna
The EU's energy ministers are beginning consultations on what energy security should look like once the crisis is over. On Monday in Brussels, Germany's outgoing Economics Minister issued an urgent warning against new dependencies.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs is making a new attempt at the Foreign Affairs Council today for her aid package to support Ukraine. Kaja Kallas' first attempt failed, adding fuel to criticism of her start as chief diplomat.
By Stephan Israel
Applying for Schengen visas is a hassle for Chinese travelers and business people. Current figures show a massive drop in the number of visas issued and weeks-long waiting times for appointments in a Chinese metropolis.
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The US tariffs against Taiwan's chip industry appear to have been averted for the time being. However, despite announced billion-dollar investments, Trump continues to pressure global market leader TSMC. Meanwhile, China continues to become increasingly independent of Taiwanese semiconductors.
By Leonardo Pape
Because the right-wing extremist Călin Georgescu is not allowed to take part in the presidential election, the AUR party has announced a "parliamentary strike." Meanwhile, AUR leader George Simion declared his candidacy. Who wins the elections also depends on how much they are seen as part of the political establishment.
By Frank Stier
Washington imposes tariffs on steel and aluminum imports – and reacts with harsh words to the EU's countermeasures. The Trump administration's real goal could be a weaker US dollar.
By Till Hoppe
The drastic cuts in US and European development aid also jeopardize climate policy. At COP29, Western countries pledged 300 billion US dollars annually for the Global South. But now even the old 100 billion target is at risk.
By Nico Beckert
At the EPP Congress in Valencia in April, the Christian Democratic party family wants to decide on a reform. The party is to be developed from a forum for dialog into a forum for decision-making. The leadership will also be newly elected in Valencia.
By Markus Grabitz
Saúl Luciano Lliuya's landmark lawsuit against RWE enters the next round next week. The central issue is the risk of flooding due to the melting glaciers. This will determine RWE's legal responsibility for carbon emissions and a possible global lawsuit wave.
By Alexandra Endres
