Military representatives from the United States and China met in Washington. The discussions primarily revolved around Taiwan and the upcoming elections over the weekend. Beijing is unwilling to compromise.
By Michael Radunski
Xi Jinping has advocated for better relations between China and the United States beyond the political and economic tensions between the two nations. In a letter to long-time acquaintance Sarah Lande from Muscatine, Iowa, US President Xi Jinping encouraged more personal exchanges between the two superpowers.
By Michael Radunski
The arrests of two PiS politicians have led to criticism from supporters of the national conservative spectrum in Poland. Party supporters want to take to the streets and demonstrate on Thursday. And they are getting support from the very top.
By Redaktion Table
As part of the digital part of the Connecting Europe Facility, the EU has approved more than €250 million for 37 projects to build a 5G infrastructure and lay new submarine cables.
By Corinna Visser
Young Europeans are to be given more influence on EU policy. The Commission wants to give young people a greater say in decision-making with several campaigns. It is building on initiatives from the European Year of Youth 2022.
By Corinna Visser
The head of the SPD parliamentary group in the Bundestag wants to discuss the German debt brake and new EU financial programs before the European elections. The Social Democrats are also calling for more revenue for Brussels.
By Till Hoppe
The political negotiations on the carbon fleet limits for heavy-duty vehicles will start on January 18. The Belgian Council Presidency has outlined the negotiating line to the EU ambassadors and asked for the green light.
By Markus Grabitz
While the anti-corruption campaign in the People's Liberation Army is underway, President Xi Jinping has already set his sights on the next sectors: In a speech, he called for increased investigations into the financial and pharmaceutical sectors.
By Christiane Kuehl
Eisai and Biogen have now received approval for their new Alzheimer's drug, Leqembi, in China. Around 10 million people in the People's Republic suffer from the disease. The drug is not yet sold in Europe.
By Redaktion Table
A satellite launch from China caused a stir in Taiwan shortly before the election. The reason was a warning message which, in the English translation, spoke of a military missile flying overhead. The incident shows the high level of tension.
By Christiane Kuehl
