Even if the cannabis consumption policy remains restrictive at home, China could become a superpower in the burgeoning international cannabis industry and medical applications.
By Fabian Peltsch
According to a group of think tanks, COP29 should address topics that are not given enough public attention, such as health, methane, supply chains, and fairness. The accusation is that many negotiators are not up to date with the latest scientific findings.
By Bernhard Pötter
Three recent reports from UN agencies are sounding the alarm ahead of COP29: Countries' climate plans are inadequate, CO2 emissions are continuing to rise despite all efforts. And the atmosphere is as full of greenhouse gases as it was three to five million years ago. At that time, the sea level was ten meters higher than it is today.
By Bernhard Pötter
Germany and India are driving forward their cooperation on climate policy with a joint roadmap for green hydrogen. The roadmap is intended to help decarbonize both economies. In addition, both countries are committed to a global solar energy transition.
By Goswami Urmi
Georgia's opposition politicians accuse the ruling Georgian Dream party of vote rigging and do not recognize the election. President Zurabishvili calls for protests. At the same time, demands are made of the EU.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
Manfred Weber, leader of the EPP group in the European Parliament, has also led the party since 2022. However, since he took over from Donald Tusk, the party has led a shadowy existence compared to the parliamentary group. Now things are set to change.
By Markus Grabitz
Nuclear fusion could one day provide limitless, affordable energy. It's no surprise that research is in full swing all over the world. A start-up from Shanghai is currently attracting a lot of attention.
By Jörn Petring
In New Delhi, there was an apparent consensus: yes to increased cooperation with India, and yes to de-risking for German business. However, when it comes to the details, many questions about the “how” remain unanswered.
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A dangerous stalemate is looming in Georgia's parliamentary elections on Saturday. The EU's influence on the strategically important country on the Black Sea is at stake.
By Stephan Israel
The economy is growing, the stock market is booming, and the up-and-coming Indian middle class is enjoying themselves on the beaches of Goa. But where are the jobs? To spark a rise similar to that of China, India must make important decisions.
By Angela Köckritz
