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Victor Negrescu elected European Parliament Quaestor
MEPs elected Victor Negrescu (S&D, Romania) by acclamation to replace outgoing Quaestor Monika Beňová (Non-Attached, Slovakia).
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Economy, the Best Ally for Peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia?
Creating economic ties to ensure peace is a fundamental principle of geopolitical relations. The best example is Western Europe, which has been at peace since 1945 thanks to political agreements…
Europe
MEPs assess outcome of 26 – 27 October European Council | News
European Council President Charles Michel underlined that “nothing can justify the terror and cruelty unleashed by Hamas against Israel” and insisted that Israel has the right to defend itself, in...
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Cate Blanchett urges MEPs to focus on humanity and to protect refugees | News
In her introductory remarks, President Metsola recalled the European Parliament’s strong engagement in asylum and migration, saying she was hopeful that the EU’s new legislative framework would be agreed before...
Europe
Rising Anti-Semitism in Europe: Urgent Measures Needed, European Charlemagne Youth Prize, and Agenda Changes
Speaking of the sharp rise of anti-Semitism in Europe, President Metsola spoke of Stars of David being spray-painted onto Jewish homes, Molotov cocktails thrown at a Jewish synagogue and a...
Europe
Metsola: “we have a duty to meet this moment”
President Metsola emphasizes the responsibility of the Union to remain united and avoid further violence. The European Parliament condemns Hamas and advocates for sustainable peace. Support for Ukraine and addressing…
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MEPs call for Treaty changes to enhance Parliament’s role and propose EU-wide referendums
MEPs endorse a report proposing changes to the Treaties, calling for institutional reforms and EU-wide referendums, among other reforms.
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Armenian Prime Minister: “We must move steadily towards peace with Azerbaijan”
In his address, Mr Pashinyan expressed his staunch defence of democratic principles against the backdrop of the multifaceted crises Armenia has been confronted with in recent years, particularly highlighting the...
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Speech of President Metsola at the University of Sorbonne, Paris | News
Ladies and gentlemen, First of all, I want to tell you my pleasure and honour to be with you tonight. Before developing my remarks, in French, I would like to...
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Europe’s environmental taxes in decline, despite potentially crucial role
Despite calls for more environmental taxes at the national, European and global levels, implementation has been very slow.