The designated Commission Vice-President for Prosperity and Industrial Strategy has steadily increased his influence in Brussels and Paris in recent years. Now his mediation skills are in demand in European industrial policy.
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By 2025, manufacturers could have to pay €15 billion in fines to the EU for failing to meet the climate targets for new vehicles. The industry and more and more politicians are therefore calling for the EU legislation to be reviewed in 2025 rather than 2026.
By Markus Grabitz
China wants to integrate Taiwan back into the motherland. Militarily if necessary. The leadership in Beijing leaves no doubt about this. A study by the European Council on Foreign Relations shows how the EU could prevent an attack on Taiwan.
By Michael Radunski
Up to nine EU Commissioners will be responsible for regulating the automotive industry in the next mandate. It is not always entirely clear which Commissioner is responsible for which dossier.
By Lukas Knigge
Bi-directional charging allows EV batteries to feed their electricity into the grid. The Chinese government sees this enormous storage potential as a building block for the country's energy transition. But there are obstacles.
By Christian Domke Seidel
China armed itself against the economic downturn with a comprehensive package of measures. What may sound good is half-hearted and does not get to the root of the problems. Risks are once again being pushed into the future.
By Marcel Grzanna
Critical security situation, corruption and Russian disinformation: Moldova is facing many challenges. In four weeks' time, the republic will decide whether it will look towards Russia or Europe in the future.
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Reducing methane emissions is considered the most efficient measure against the climate crisis, and one that is also economically viable. Despite this, little is being done. This is because other investments are more lucrative, banks shy away from the business and bureaucratic hurdles hinder progress.
By Nico Beckert
The Special Rapporteur of the UN Human Rights Committee presents an explosive report to the UN General Assembly. The new "Loss and Damage" fund should be geared towards "climate justice": Compensation for poor states by the North and corporations, an end to "neo-colonial" economies, "ecocide" as a criminal offense.
By Bernhard Pötter
The EU plans to tax carbon dioxide emissions when importing products from non-EU countries. China is particularly affected – and regards the CBAM adjustment mechanism primarily as protectionism. Small companies in particular are faced with a problem.
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