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Low Water Levels on the Rhine and Danube: How the Drought Is Weighing on the European Economy
This summer, Europe is experiencing historically low water levels on two of its most important rivers: the Rhine and the Danube. The consequences are severe—not only for the environment, but above all for the European economy. Inland waterway transport, a central pillar of logistics in Germany, Romania, and other...
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The Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz: UAE Responds with New Ports—EU and Germany Feel the Impact
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is planning to build a new port and container terminal on its east coast to reduce its dependence on the Strait of Hormuz. This move comes in response to Iran’s blockade of the strait, which has been in place since February 2026 and is...
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