The FDP leadership wants to underscore Beijing's role as a "systemic rival" and, at the same time, strengthen relations with Taipei. This separates the Liberals from the other parties in the German election campaign.
By Manuel Liu
Misinformation and disinformation on social media platforms such as X and TikTok and the associated risks to the integrity of elections in Europe. This was one of the items on the agenda for the plenary session. But X is no longer on the agenda.
By Corinna Visser
The Commission awards the contract for the development of a satellite-based communication system. The Spacerise consortium, led by the satellite operators Eutelsat, Hispasat and SES, is to build and operate Iris².
By Corinna Visser
The EU Commission has criticized Germany for checking many of the qualifications of EU migrant workers, even though this is unnecessary. Infringement proceedings have now been opened. In addition to Germany, several other countries are also affected.
By Alina Leimbach
The EU Commission is still not releasing the frozen cohesion funds for Hungary.
By Till Hoppe
The new environmental magazine "Atmo" will launch in spring 2025. The brains behind it were able to secure the necessary start-up funding.
By Lisa Kuner
Climate action and the energy transition are important issues for the majority of the population. A cross-party majority is also in favor of expanding solar energy.
By Lisa Kuner
Canada wants to reduce its emissions by 45 to 50 percent below 2005 levels as part of the new NDC. The target is not considered very ambitious.
By Lisa Kuner
The EU's 15th sanctions package against Russia includes Chinese companies for the first time. Diplomats and MEPs support the measure.
By Marcel Grzanna
Due to the one-child policy, China's population is aging rapidly. An early retirement age puts even more pressure on workers, who have to care for an ever-growing number of elderly people.
By Angela Köckritz
