The NGO Lobbycontrol and its partner organization Corporate Europe Observatory (CEO) have raised concerns about conflicts of interest in the creation of the Code of Conduct for General-Purpose AI – and claim the European Commission has failed to respond. The organization is now turning to the European Ombudswoman.
By Corinna Visser
The surprising dismissal of Zheng Yanxiong, China's top representative in Hong Kong, is causing speculation. While Chief Executive John Lee appeases, reports suggest resentment in Beijing over a port deal with the US.
By Fabian Peltsch
The new CISAF state aid framework will largely determine whether and how EU states can support their industries and new power plants. The former German government wanted the Commission to make changes for power generation capacities and automotive suppliers, among others.
By Manuel Berkel
Chip manufacturer TSMC considers the construction of a plant in the United Arab Emirates. The US has responded with criticism.
By Emily Kossak
Socially disadvantaged people should also be given an incentive to switch to an electric vehicle. A new FÖS study proposes subsidies for small electric vehicles and social leasing.
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According to the European Commission, two large food delivery services have admitted to anti-competitive agreements and are now to pay fines.
By Julia Dahm
Although the EU Commission has started trade talks with Kyiv, tariffs and quotas for Ukraine are likely to take effect again from this week for the time being.
By Julia Dahm
In Istanbul, the delegations of Ukraine and Russia agreed on a further prisoner exchange. In Berlin, Ursula von der Leyen met US Senator Lindsey Graham, who, according to the Commission President, wants to increase pressure on Russia.
By Stephan Israel
For the first time, Brussels is poised to apply its International Procurement Instrument: Chinese manufacturers could be excluded from participating in EU tenders for medical devices with a contract value over five million euros.
By Amelie Richter
According to the White House spokeswoman, US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping plan to speak on the phone in the coming days. The main focus will be on trade issues and tariffs.
By Fabian Peltsch
