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Despite a 12% decrease in value, the EU remains heavily reliant on solar panel import, with China supplying a staggering 98% of the total €19.7 billion worth in 2023. This dependence underscores the challenges the EU faces in building a self-sufficient green energy sector. “Solar energy, in particular photovoltaics (PV), …
The Intelligence College in Europe (ICE) is poised to celebrate its fifth anniversary in 2024. Established in 2019 following a call for a “European Intelligence Academy” by French President Emmanuel Macron, ICE has emerged as a vital platform for fostering collaboration among European intelligence communities. A significant trend highlighted in …
In a significant breakthrough for law enforcement agencies across Europe, Europol has successfully cracked the encrypted messenger service, Ghost. This operation, years in the making, has resulted in the arrest of numerous high-profile criminals and the dismantling of several organised crime networks. Ghost, known for its robust encryption and anonymity …
In a significant milestone for renewable energy adoption, the European Union announced that solar power has surpassed hard coal as a source of electricity generation for the first time in 2022. This landmark shift signifies a crucial step towards a greener and more sustainable energy future, highlighting the growing role …
The European Union has seen a significant decrease in irregular border crossings in the first five months of 2024, with numbers falling by 23% compared to the same period last year, according to preliminary data from Frontex, the EU’s border agency. This decline is primarily attributed to a substantial decrease …
In the face of growing systemic rivalry with China, Germany’s Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) has announced a significant increase in funding for research projects focused on modern China. The initiative, titled “Modern China Research II,” aims to enhance independent China expertise in Germany and Europe, enabling a …
The EU’s new Environmental Crime Directive, which came into force on May 20, 2024, marks a significant step forward in the fight against environmental crime and the protection of the environment. This landmark law is designed to bolster the EU’s commitment to environmental protection, align with the objectives of the …
The Council of the European Union has adopted a landmark reform of the European asylum and migration system, establishing a set of rules to manage arrivals, create efficient procedures, and ensure fair migrant-sharing between member states. The reform includes 10 legislative acts that overhaul the entire European framework for asylum …
A groundbreaking study shed light on the world’s most dangerous cybercrime hubs. Compiled over three years of in-depth research, the ‘World Cybercrime Index’ pinpoints the countries posing the greatest risk for online criminal activity. Russia emerges as the top cybercrime threat, with Ukraine, China, the USA, Nigeria, Romania, and the …
The European Parliament made a significant move toward greater integrity and transparency within the EU. On Thursday, it approved the establishment of a new Ethics Body. This collaborative effort involves multiple EU institutions including the Council, the Commission, the Court of Justice, the European Central Bank, and others. In the …