Estonia blocks European VAT reform
Estonia is blocking a reform package aimed at adapting the EU VAT system to the realities of the digital economy. The reason: the Estonian government fears the consequences for online platforms and their users.
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Estonia is blocking a reform package aimed at adapting the EU VAT system to the realities of the digital economy. The reason: the Estonian government fears the consequences for online platforms and their users.
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Brussels and Beijing are negotiating EU tariffs on Chinese EVs. Both sides agreed on this on Saturday. Economics Minister Robert Habeck, who was in China during the negotiations, considers it a success.
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The Commission is allowing the German government to support the development of hydrogen infrastructure. KfW can provide companies with up to €3 billion in the form of guarantees. The guarantees are intended to provide companies with low-interest loans.
By Markus Grabitz
Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann (FDP) heads the German delegation in the Liberal Group in the European Parliament. The delegation consists of five MEPs.
By Markus Grabitz
At the request of local solar companies, China wants to take action against overcapacity in the sector. The National Energy Authority has announced that expansion plans will be monitored more closely in the future. Several companies had called for Beijing to intervene.
By Christiane Kuehl
German exports to China slumped in May. One reason for this is that German companies are increasingly producing locally in China.
By Redaktion Table
Beijing's anti-dumping investigation into European pork imports follows a clear strategy – but it could also backfire. Clarke does not yet see any risk of a trade war.
By Amelie Richter
Seven Czech MPs from the ANO movement led by right-wing populist Babiš are leaving the liberal parliamentary group. Hungary's Viktor Orbán could be behind this. He may want to form a parliamentary group with Marine Le Pen's Rassemblement National.
By Markus Grabitz
The European Parliament's Subcommittee on Security and Defense is to become a full committee in the next parliamentary term. Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann would like to run for its chair. Another FDP personnel matter has been clarified.
By Markus Grabitz
Since the election, Italy has had the largest social democratic group in the European Parliament. Nevertheless, the incumbent from Spain wants to continue in her role. She already has a plan for the hearing of the Commission President.
By Till Hoppe