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European Parliament calls on PHL gov’t to renew ABS-CBN franchise, drop charges vs Ressa, De Lima

(Eagle News) – Members of the European Parliament expressed alarm about what they claimed was a “deteriorating level of press freedom in the Philippines” and called on the Philippine government to “renew” the franchise...

EU parliament resolution urging UN to probe PH drug war killings cited

Bayan Muna Rep. Carlos Zarate and Albay Rep. Edcel Lagman lauded the adoption by the European Union Parliament of a resolution urging the United Nations to lead “an independent investigation into widespread killings in...

EU Parliament threatens to revoke PH trade perks

MANILA, Philippines — The European Parliament threatened to revoke the Philippines’ trading privileges with the European Union if it will not implement international conventions on human rights and urged the International Criminal Court (ICC)...

The EU and the Ministry of Agriculture support Palestinian farmers in marketing their products locally

Related Articles Ramallah/PNN/ The Office of the European Union Representative and the Palestinian Ministry of Agriculture joined 28 Palestinian farmers at the opening of “Baladi Market” al-Istiqlal Park in al-Bireh city. “Baladi Market” supports Palestinian farmers...

Brexit added to agenda of EU leaders’ special European Council meeting

Taoiseach Micheál Martin will join fellow EU leaders for discussions on Brexit next week when they gather in Brussels for a special European Council meeting. ...

Forward look: 19 September – 4 October 2020

Overview of the main topics and events at the Council of EU and European Council. The indicated format of each meeting (physical or virtual) are subject to change. Foreign Affairs Council, 21 September 2020 Foreign affairs ministers...

Romania and UK judicial authorities jointly dismantle ‘loverboy’ criminal network specialized in trafficking and sexually exploiting young girls

The Hague, 18 September 2020 During a Joint Action Day executed on the 9th of September 2020, judicial and law enforcement authorities in The UK and Romania have arrested 21 members of an organized criminal...

Self-testing for HIV at home – successful project in Bulgaria

A demonstration project conducted in Bulgaria has shown that more people get tested for HIV when self-testing is available. In situations where testing is based in health-care institutions, it can be a challenge to encourage some people to come forward. Community-based testing is a good way to overcome those barriers, but it can be labour intensive. Self-testing can work out less expensive, and a demonstration project conducted last year clearly shows the role it can play. The findings are especially relevant to health authorities working hard to maintain essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

MEPs to discuss the situation in Belarus with Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya on Monday | News | European Parliament

Foreign Affairs Committee MEPs will discuss the dramatic developments in Belarus with opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya on Monday, 21 September.
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EU must diversify trade ties, develop own value chains – Germany’s Altmaier

By Michael Nienaber2 Min Read BERLIN (Reuters) - The European Union must diversify its trade relations, become less dependent on Asian suppliers in certain areas such as medical precursors, and develop its own value chains...

COVID-19: Regional coherence and a spirit of collective support are crucial

Statement to the press by Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, WHO Regional Director for Europe'The response to the crisis has been very effective whenever the actions were prompt and resolute; but the virus has been merciless whenever partisanship and disinformation prevailed. Where the pandemic goes from here is in our hands. We have fought it back before and we can fight it back again.'

Plenary highlights: State of the EU, Covid-19, recovery plan | News | European Parliament

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EU, UK Should Impose Visa Restrictions on Election Riggers in Nigeria – Kogi Rep

EU, UK Should Impose Visa Restrictions on Election Riggers in Nigeria - Kogi Rep Tajudeen Yusuf, a member of the house of representatives from Kogi state, says the European Union (EU) and UK...

European Parliament condemns Turkey’s actions in Exclusive Economic Zone of Greece and Cyprus

Members of the European Parliament have condemned Turkey’s actions in the Exclusive Economic Zone of Greece and Cyprus and have expressed full solidarity with the two member states of the European Union. They have also...

European Parliament blasts Turkey on illegal actions against Greece

European Parliament blasts Turkey in resolution calling for immediate end of illegal actions against Greece With 601 votes in favor, 57 against and 36 abstentions, the Plenary Session of the European Parliament adopted a resolution...

Philippines: Speech on behalf of the HR/VP at the European Parliament

… the European Parliament, thank you for your remarks. The European Union has … ) report discussed in the European Parliament; as well as directly...

EU Commission presents 2030 climate plan for greener EU

The European Commission on Thursday September 17th presented its new climate plan for 2030, including a tougher target to cut emissions to 55% of their 1990 levels, informs LETA/DPA. Frans Timmermans, European Commissioner for the...

Moria: European Parliament debate response to fire at migrant camp

The European Parliament held a session on Thursday in response to the crisis caused after tens of thousands of migrants were left homeless by a fire in the Moria camp on Lesbos. The EU lawmakers discussed the need...

European Parliament: Lukashenko should not be recognised as Belarus president

Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko should no longer be recognised as president from November when his term expires, the European Parliament said on Thursday (17 September), calling for European Union economic sanctions to be imposed...

Sakharov Prize 2020: the nominees | News | European Parliament

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COVID-19: Member states need to harmonise health assessments and measures | News | European Parliament

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Roma integration: EU must do more against social exclusion and anti-gypsyism | News | European Parliament

Structural anti-gypsyism must end, say MEPs, who demand measures to ensure Romani people have equal access to housing, education, healthcare and employment.
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WHO/Europe and the Turkic Council sign a memorandum of understanding

WHO/Europe and the Turkic Council sign a memorandum of understanding strengthening new partnerships in the WHO European Region Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, WHO Regional Director for Europe, and Mr Baghdad Amreyev, Secretary General of...

EU executive to propose framework for minimal wage in EU

“For too many people, work no longer pays,” von der Leyen told the European Parliament in an annual policy speech. “Dumping wages destroys the dignity of work, penalises the entrepreneur who pays decent wages...

EU sanctions an option to halt Turkey’s gas search

… Kourtoglou, AP Cyprus: EU sanctions an option to halt … Nicos Anastasiades said the EU should weigh using “all … being taken against European...
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