China and the EU hit a milestone preliminary deal in Beijing on October 9, capping Chinese hybrid vehicle imports at 350,000 annually. While the trade dispute is far from over ahead of March 2027 talks, this marks a...
India’s opposition leader marches with thousands against election chief • FRANCE 24 English
Opposition parties and supporters of the so-called "cockroach" youth movement marched towards the country’s Supreme Court on Monday, in the latest show of outrage against the recent removal of millions...
2026 Paris Motor Show: Western carmakers face steep competition from Chinese rivals • FRANCE 24
The Paris Motor Show roars into gear this Monday, with over 200 auto sector brands showcasing their latest models and innovations. Chinese brands like BYD, Xpeng and Zeekr are among those present and getting lots of...
How has the more than €600 billion recovery plan revitalised Europe? • FRANCE 24 English
In 2020, the EU member states agreed on a €750 billion post-Covid recovery plan known as NextGenerationEU. This programme, for which the Commission will have disbursed €634 billion by the end of the year, is coming to...
Why Saudi Arabia is on the back foot in its war against the Houthis | DW News
Following three deadly Houthi attacks on an airport in the Saudi capital, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman faces mounting pressure to stop the Iran-backed militia’s missile and drone strikes. But Saudi Arabia’s de facto...
Old jeans could shield your home from the next heatwave • FRANCE 24 English
We all have that one pair of old jeans in the back of our wardrobe – don’t throw them out! A French company says denim fibres make for great insulation against the cold and heat. Millions of jeans are already being...
Bangladesh to bring first nuclear plant online
Bangladesh is preparing to bring its first nuclear power plant online, hoping to ease persistent electricity shortages. The Russian-built plant has created job and investment opportunities, but years of delay and...