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EU enlargement: Parliament takes stock of developments in the Western Balkans
On Wednesday, Parliament presented its assessment of the political situation in three Western Balkans candidate countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo and Serbia
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World is moving backwards on eliminating hunger and malnutrition, UN report reveals
The number of people affected by hunger globally rose to as many as 828 million in 2021, according to a new UN report that provides fresh evidence that the world…
Europe
As Hungary blocks global tax deal, MEPs denounce national vetoes
MEPs criticize countries abusing their vetoes on tax matters and demand a relaunch of discussions to gradually introduce majority voting. The resolution adopted on Wednesday with 450 votes in favour,…
Europe
June summit: member states need to show more ambition to strengthen the EU
MEPs welcomed the decision to open the EU’s doors to Ukraine and Moldova, but asked leaders to strengthen the EU, and tackle the latest crisis. MEPs discussed the conclusions of…
Economy
UN launches Business Integrity Portal to bolster anti-corruption efforts
New Business Integrity Portal launched to bolster anti-corruption efforts in the private sector 16 countries included in the portal thus far. Vienna (Austria), 30 June 2022 —Tackling corruption requires all parts…
Europe
Kyriakos Mitsotakis: time to fight for our European identity and stability
On Tuesday, the Greek Prime Minister focused on the need to broaden and deepen the EU while addressing MEPs during the fifth “This is Europe” debate. At the beginning of…
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2030 development agenda ‘fails’ on racial equality and non-discrimination
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are characterized by a “shallow commitment” to racial justice and equality, an independent UN-appointed rights expert told the…
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ECOSOC President champions optimism ‘against all odds’ at key UN development conference
Harnessing partnerships to create a world of “peace and prosperity” that protects people and planet, is the main goal of a key annual development forum that started on Tuesday, the…
Europe
Ukraine reconstruction is a ‘long road’ but it must start now: Guterres
UN chief António Guterres lent his support on Tuesday to international efforts to rebuild Ukraine, as a conference began in Switzerland to garner support for the war-shattered country.