The Commission is launching a consultation on the Industrial Decarbonization Accelerator Act – initially for an impact assessment. In it, it reveals a controversial plan for green procurement: sustainability criteria should also apply to private companies.
By Manuel Berkel
The latest talks held by Trade Commissioner Šefčovič have not resulted in any concrete progress. The EU believes the ball is in Washington's court.
By Till Hoppe
With the Clean Industrial Deal, the EU Commission wants to make European industry competitive again and more climate-friendly at the same time. However, researchers at the Centre for European Policy consider the plans to be too vague on the financing side.
By Lukas Knigge
The Swedish Accident Investigation Authority found no conclusive evidence that the Yi Peng 3 had deliberately damaged two data cables in the Baltic Sea. The probe continues – under difficult conditions and without China's cooperation.
By Fabian Peltsch
The police authority of the city of Harbin has accused the US intelligence agency NSA of carrying out highly sophisticated cyber attacks against critical infrastructure in Heilongjiang province during the Asian Winter Games in February. Two American universities were allegedly involved in the attack.
By Fabian Peltsch
BASF subsidiary Cellasto is investing EUR 60 million in a new plant in Shanghai. By expanding production, the manufacturer of NVH components aims to benefit from China's rapidly growing EV market.
By Fabian Peltsch
Media reports say China has stopped buying Boeing. In response to US tariffs, airlines have been instructed to stop purchasing aircraft and parts from the United States. Aid for affected airlines is also planned.
By Fabian Peltsch
An EV driver died in a fatal accident in China last March. The Chinese government has now raised safety standards.
By Emily Kossak
China has announced visa restrictions on US officials wishing to travel to Tibet. The measure is aimed at American personnel who have "misbehaved" on Tibet-related issues, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry.
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