Cars are hardly ever bought online. Not even by the otherwise digital-savvy Chinese customers. But new business models and vehicles could lead to a change. German manufacturers try to lead the way.
By Christian Domke Seidel
The decarbonization of shipping continues to falter. Therefore, environmental organizations and politicians hope that the Fit for 55 package and the proposal for sustainable marine fuels will spark greater ambitions. However, the rapporteur for the lead transport committee in the EU Parliament has now put a damper on these hopes for the time being.
By Lukas Knigge
As expected, Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen are set to face off in the second round of the French presidential election. Their ideas on European policy could hardly be more opposed, and this could help decide the second round of voting.
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China's Trojan Horse in Europe? The Orbán government won the parliamentary elections in Hungary by a large majority. By threatening to cut funding, the EU may be driving the country into Beijing's open arms.
By Amelie Richter
The Ukrainian government is reluctant to criticize China's "neutral" position on Russia's war of aggression. Instead, Kyiv sees an opportunity in the People's Republic's close ties to Vladimir Putin and would even welcome China's stronger role. But even a month and a half after the war broke out, there has been no direct interaction between the two presidents.
By Frank Sieren
The subsidy program for the semiconductor industry is still not ready for takeoff. The reason: The German government is not making it clear how much funding is available as state aid. Resentment in the industry is growing. Companies fear that several billion could flow to the US company Intel instead.
By Till Hoppe
Due to the war in Ukraine and in order not to endanger food security in the EU, the Commission has postponed the presentation of two nature conservation laws in the agricultural sector. However, the new date is already June 22, and the short-term postponement has caused irritation. Meanwhile, the organic sector is pushing for the enforcement of the pesticide regulation in particular.
By Timo Landenberger
Eberhard Sandschneider is one of Germany's most distinguished China experts. Speaking with Michael Radunski, he discusses a possible Chinese invasion of Taiwan, the goals of the People's Liberation Army, and risks in the relationship between the United States and China.
By Michael Radunski
Covid cases continue to rise in Shanghai. Foreigners in the city are growing increasingly nervous. Mainly because they cannot leave the city. And for fear of being sent to a quarantine center. The city hastily expands its isolation capacity. This, too, is a sign that the situation will not improve any time soon.
By Christiane Kuehl
On Thursday evening, the EU states decided to impose an embargo on Russian coal and other goods, as announced. A few hours earlier, the Parliament had called for an immediate end to the import of all fuels – including gas.
By Manuel Berkel
