If the US leaves the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, the largest financier of the UN Secretariat will also leave. This would mean further restrictions for climate action work – and China would probably become the central donor.
By Bernhard Pötter
Even before COP29 kicked off, discussions raged as to whether climate action measures affecting trade should be on the agenda of this year's Climate Change Conference. At the center of the dispute: the European Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism CBAM.
By Lukas Knigge
Following the announcement of higher local government debt, the head of the Chinese central bank, Pan Gongsheng, is following up. However, observers remain skeptical whether Beijing's steps will lead to a short-term economic boost.
By Amelie Richter
The German Ministry of Economic Affairs aims to deep international partnerships. The focus is on one area in particular: German-Taiwanese cooperation in the semiconductor sector.
By Amelie Richter
In a letter to the EU Commission, the trade and foreign ministers of eight northern and eastern European countries demand that the EU further increase import tariffs on as many Russian products as possible.
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The AI Act is in force and the deadlines are in place. However, Germany still has to implement some measures that will now be delayed. There is not only the threat of infringement proceedings, but also the danger of missing the boat.
By Corinna Visser
Hungary's opposition leader Péter Magyar has accused the government of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of systematically spying on him. He speaks of a "Hungarian Watergate."
By Redaktion Table
Rich countries promote fossil fuels with public money. There are considerable differences between countries.
By Lisa Kuner
In the sovereignty dispute over the Scarborough Shoal, the Chinese government rejects two laws passed in Manila on Friday. They are intended to strengthen the Philippines' maritime claims.
By Manuel Liu
The EU had accused Taiwan of favoring domestic companies in tenders for offshore wind power contracts. The parties have now reached an agreement to avoid a WTO dispute.
By Manuel Liu
