Ursula von der Leyen has presented the structure of her new Commission and the portfolios of the Commissioners. The mission letters provide information on what she expects from the future Commissioners. Next up are the hearings in the parliamentary committees.
By Redaktion Table
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has presented her cabinet. It includes a few surprises – also with regard to China.
By Amelie Richter
China and the Philippines are engaged in a bitter dispute over the strategically important Sabina Reef in the South China Sea. Most recently, there have been clashes resulting in injured people. With consequences: Manila has now been forced to withdraw a ship. This could be the harbinger of a decision in the lengthy dispute.
By Michael Radunski
The UK has approved a large floating wind farm for the first time. The floating turbines are intended to make sea regions with high wind speeds accessible. The project could bring about the commercial breakthrough of this technology.
By Nick Nuttall
The European Court of Justice is ruling today in the case of a fine imposed by the Commission on Google AdSense in 2019. The fact that this case has also taken a long time underlines the importance of the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
By Corinna Visser
Ursula von der Leyen wants to present her new team this Tuesday. Shortly before that, there is a clash with Thierry Breton.
By Till Hoppe
The low "Boris" brings extreme weather and major flooding to Eastern Europe. At the same time, climate policy is ignored by most parties in elections in these regions. Adaptation quickly reaches its limits.
By Bernhard Pötter
In an internal audit, the Federal Audit Office criticizes one of the most important climate projects of the traffic light coalition: The federal government is not responsible for natural climate action and there is no review of the targets. The Ministry of the Environment, on the other hand, considers itself responsible and refers to new rules.
By Bernhard Pötter
China plays an increasingly important role in the commercial vehicle market. The IAA Transportation in Hanover shows how far the brands from the People's Republic have already come. European manufacturers could lose significant market share.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Understanding the People's Republic requires an understanding of its historical narrative. The Qing dynasty, in particular, plays a key role in China's self-image – for better or worse. Uncovering its contradictions is an important part of China expertise.
By Fabian Peltsch
