Germany's border controls have been met with harsh criticism. The EU Commission must intervene, demands the European Parliament. Commissioner-designate for Migration Brunner is coming under pressure even before taking office.
By Eric Bonse
The new French government under Prime Minister Michel Barnier is clearly moving to the right. As soon as it takes office, the opposition is talking about toppling the government – a threat that Barnier and his ministers should take seriously.
By Claire Stam
In an eagerly awaited decision, Taiwan's Constitutional Court ruled that the death penalty will remain in place, albeit limited to particularly serious crimes. Activists who had been campaigning for its abolition for decades expressed their disappointment.
By David Demes
The Quad is at a turning point. Three heads of government could no longer be in office next year. What's more, the challenge nobody wants to name openly is growing: China. Australia, India, Japan and the USA seek a common way forward in Delaware.
By Michael Radunski
Executive Vice President Henna Virkkunen is responsible for digitalization and digital infrastructure in the new Commission. However, other Commission members are also tasked with digital and innovation topics, creating potential for conflict.
By Corinna Visser
China's stock markets are at rock bottom, and the property market is in a deep crisis, forcing banks and investors to flee to the government bond market. But trouble now looms there as well.
By Jörn Petring
Various climate movements have once again called for the traditional climate strike on Friday. However, the European climate movement is not only fighting against losing relevance. Their actions are also being increasingly penalized and sentenced by courts and authorities.
By Lisa Kuner
China is more present at the IAA Transportation than ever before. The signs are pointing to an attack. New manufacturers are showcasing their visions of the future. European manufacturers of commercial vehicles are facing fierce competition.
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After a long period of hesitation, China has raised the retirement age. However, more comprehensive reforms are needed to boost the economy and stabilize social development in the long term.
By Fabian Peltsch
In her second term of office, the President of the Commission is making major changes to the authority. However, representatives of a pro-spending and dirigiste policy are becoming less powerful than feared in Berlin and The Hague.
By Till Hoppe
