The Latest: European Union to double COVAX contribution
The European Union has announced today an additional €500 million for the COVAX Facility, doubling its contribution to date for the global initiative that is leading efforts to secure fair…
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Strong EU trade enforcement rules enter into force
European Commission Press release Brussels, 13 Feb 2021 Robust new trade enforcement rules have entered into force that will further strengthen the EU’s toolbox in defending its interests.
Remarks by Commissioner Gentiloni at the press conference on the Winter 2021 Economic Forecast
European Commission Speech Brussels, 11 Feb 2021 Thank you. Good morning. Let me begin with five key messages emerging from this forecast: First, the economic situation this winter remains challenging….
Remarks by Vice-President Schinas at the press conference on Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan
European Commission Speech Brussels, 03 Feb 2021 Remarks by Vice-President Schinas at the press conference on Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan Ladies and gentlemen, At the start of the Commission’s mandate,…
BiH: Statement by Ylva Johansson, EU Commissioner for Home Affairs, on migrant winter shelter crisis in Lipa
European Commission Statement Brussels, 31 Dec 2020 The situation facing more than 900 migrants in Lipa, Bosnia and Herzegovina, is dire. They are without adequate shelter in severe winter conditions….
EU mobilises emergency assistance for Croatia in the aftermath of devastating earthquake
European Commission Press release Brussels, 30 Dec 2020 The EU Civil Protection Mechanism has been activated to assist Croatia in the aftermath of a 6.4 magnitude earthquake, following a request…
The journey begins – 2021 is the European Year of Rail!
European Commission Press release Brussels, 30 Dec 2020 Friday, 1 January 2021, marks the beginning of the European Year of Rail. The European Commission initiative will highlight the benefits of…
Questions and Answers: the Brexit Adjustment Reserve
What is the Brexit Adjustment Reserve The Brexit Adjustment Reserve will provide support to Member States, regions and sectors, in particular those that are worst affected by the adverse consequences…
Brexit: the Commission proposes the creation of a Brexit Adjustment Reserve
European Commission Press release Brussels, 25 Dec 2020 The European Commission has put forward today its proposal for a Brexit Adjustment Reserve, as agreed by the European Council in July,…
Remarks by Chief Negotiator Michel Barnier at the press conference on the outcome of the EU-UK negotiations
European Commission Speech Brussels, 24 Dec 2020 Thank you Madam President, Dear Ursula, The clock is no longer ticking. After four years of collective effort and EU unity. To…