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French parliament adopts austerity budget

The dispute over the budget led to the fall of the government in France last year. Now the budget has been passed – and Prime Minister Bayrou has survived two votes of no confidence.

By Redaktion Table

Mercosur: S&D, Greens, PfE and ESN push through debate

In the Conference of Presidents, there was a controversial decision on the agenda for the next session of the European Parliament. Socialists and Greens pushed through a debate with the votes of Patriots for Europe (PfE) and the second far-right group, Europe of Sovereign Nations (ESN).

By Markus Grabitz

Thailand: Xi calls for deeper partnership

During her state visit to Beijing, Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is under pressure regarding judicial and security cooperation. Meanwhile, the Southeast Asian country has announced a new semiconductor strategy. Thailand wants to maintain good relations with China and the USA.

By Ning Wang

New Silk Road: Panama officially declares withdrawal

Panama has officially informed the Chinese government of its withdrawal from the New Silk Road infrastructure initiative. President Mulino questioned the benefits of the initiative for his country. At the same time, he criticized the US government for making false statements regarding the administration of the Panama Canal.

By Leonardo Pape

Shein: EU demands access to internal documents

Fake discounts and aggressive sales strategies: China's online e-commerce giants are accused of such practices. After Temu, the EU Commission also took action against Shein under European digital law.

By Ning Wang