The Christian Democrats in the EU Parliament do not agree with the interinstitutional agreement on the creation of an ethics authority. They therefore led a right-wing majority in the Constitutional Affairs Committee against an amendment to the Rules of Procedure. Now they want to vote in plenary on whether the interinstitutional agreement should be revoked by Parliament.
By Markus Grabitz
In his first government statement, the new Federal Chancellor announced an ambitious European policy.
By Till Hoppe
On average, men cause a quarter more carbon emissions than women – according to a new study. The main reasons for this are differences in meat consumption and car use. The household constellation is particularly decisive.
By Anja Graßl
In his nearly hour-long government address, the new Federal Chancellor also spoke about China’s role in global politics. Economically, the country remains an important partner – but, said Friedrich Merz, one-sided dependencies must continue to be reduced.
By Manuel Liu
A recent survey reveals that 41 percent of companies see decarbonization and ESG issues as strategic priorities – putting the issue in third place behind revenue and profit. However, due to the poor economy, a slight majority of companies want to limit their investments in decarbonization.
By Nico Beckert
Colombia plans to join China’s Belt and Road infrastructure initiative. President Gustavo Petro has now agreed on a cooperation plan with President Xi Jinping. Recently, China has overtaken the United States as the largest country of origin for exports to Colombia.
By Leonardo Pape
For the fifth time, Beijing has reinforced its territorial claims in the Himalayas by issuing a list that assigns new names to locations in Indian–controlled Arunachal Pradesh. The move could deliver a significant setback to the cautious diplomatic thaw between the two major powers.
By Angela Köckritz
The German Association for Negative Emissions calls on the German government to do more to promote the voluntary carbon market in the agriculture and forestry sector so that they once again become carbon sinks.
By Nico Beckert
Basel Committee in favor of disclosing climate-related risks in portfolios of financial institutions worldwide – apparently the USA was against this.
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