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mining for valuable metals in our waste at large scale
Today’s technology runs on rare earth elements dug out of the ground. They are vital for the computers, electric motors and batteries we use every day, and demand is only…
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Azerbaijan: Remarks by High Representative/Vice-President Kaja Kallas at the joint press conference with Minister for Foreign Affairs Bayramov
Thank you, your Excellency, Dear Foreign Minister Bayramov, Thank you very much for hosting me here in Baku, today. It is good to be here. Azerbaijan is an important…
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EIB extends over €525 million to Poland’s top utility PGE for renewable energy production
European Investment Bank and PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna seal new financing agreement worth PLN 2.25 billion (over €525 million). EIB loan will support Poland’s energy transition, helping strengthen economic competitiveness and security.…
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The EBA issues criteria to determine when Crypto Assets Service Providers have to appoint a central contact point to help fight financial crime
The European Banking Authority (EBA) today published new draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) that define when crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) have to appoint a central contact point. A central contact…
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President Costa to travel to Bulgaria to meet with PM Jeliazkov and visit key industrial and technological sites on 27-29 April 2025
On 27, 28 and 29 April, the President of the European Council António Costa will travel to Bulgaria to meet with the Prime Minister of Bulgaria, Rossen Jeliazkov to discuss…
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Closing vaccination gaps, reaching every community
European Immunization Week is an initiative led by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness about the vital role immunisation plays to prevent diseases and protect life. This year’s…
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ECDC and Africa CDC visit WHO Academy in Lyon
Strengthening global health security and responding to emerging health challenges requires strong partnerships and the continuous exchange of expertise among public health institutions. The visit took place at the newly…
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InnoNext Opens Doors for EIT Talent and Startups Across Europe
The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Community can now engage in a new matchmaking platform designed to foster cross-sector innovation. InnoNext, a collaborative initiative powered by the European Innovation Council (EIC), opens fresh opportunities for…
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New rules to improve EU road safety, cut air pollution and digitalise vehicle registration
The European Commission has put forward new rules that will help improve EU road safety. They will bring in periodic technical inspections for electric vehicles, digital vehicle registration and advanced…
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Schengen continues to facilitate lives of almost 450 million EU citizens, finds report
The latest State of Schengen report shows that the Schengen area has brought profound benefits to the EU and its citizens in the last 40 years. The full entry of…