Moldova's President Maia Sandu has narrowly won the referendum on anchoring EU integration in the constitution. The country remains divided, and Moscow is likely to feel vindicated in its hybrid warfare by the narrow result.
By Stephan Israel
The Federal Ministry of Economics wants to redistribute the costs for the expansion of the European electricity grid between the member states. The role of the existing players in grid planning should also be reconsidered.
By Manuel Berkel
At the annual meeting of the World Bank and IMF, observers and NGOs praise the reform efforts – and warn that this momentum is dwindling. The member states should provide more money, but there is little sign of this. Germany and the ECB also continue to reject an important lever for more climate financing.
By Nico Beckert
Emmanuel Macron, Ursula von der Leyen and Mario Draghi agree: the EU needs European Telekom champions to become more innovative. To this end, they want to relax competition law. However, experts doubt the connection.
By Corinna Visser
The South Korean intelligence service is making strong accusations against North Korea: Kim's regime is apparently sending troops to Russia on a large scale. Meanwhile, China is keeping a conspicuously low profile, despite the growing ties between Putin and Kim diminishing its influence.
By Redaktion Table
Zelenskiy came to Brussels to promote his "victory plan". However, the response from the heads of state and government was muted. The plan found no mention in the summit's conclusions. On the topic of migration, a further tightening of policies became apparent.
By Stephan Israel
In a preparatory document for the designated Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen, his Directorate-General shows toughness towards Russia. It hints at concessions to France on the nuclear issue. An alternative to the division of electricity price zones is also outlined.
By Manuel Berkel
Due to climate change, Russia and China want to jointly develop mineral resources and new sea routes in the Arctic. However, the partnership is not on an equal footing and could soon even turn into hostility.
By Fabian Peltsch
China is facing a wave of discarded EV batteries. Politicians and industry have taken precautions and want to make the most of the recycling boom – both ecologically and financially. Europe can learn from this.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Volodymyr Zelenskiy wants to present his "victory plan" at the EU summit. However, the debate about Europe's migration policy is likely to overshadow the Ukrainian president's concerns.
By Stephan Israel
