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COVID-19: MEPs call for measures to close the digital gap in education | News | European Parliament

On Wednesday, the EP’s Committee on Culture and Education called for swift and concrete measures to close the digital education gap in Europe.
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European Union tells UK to ‘stop the games’ on Brexit

BRUSSELS: Weary EU officials prepared for another round of urgent Brexit negotiations on Tuesday, with time running out and some European capitals beginning to doubt that London even wants a trade deal. "But please, dear...

European Union postpones summit after…

The European Union has postponed its summit for a week because EU Council President Charles Michel has gone into quarantine after a close collaborator was diagnosed with Covid-19. Spokesman Barend Leyts said Mr Michel “today...

EU summit postponed after European Council President Charles Michel forced to self-isolate

The EU summit has been postponed for a week because European Council President Charles Michel has gone into quarantine. Spokesman Barend Leyts said on Tuesday that Michel 'today learned that a security officer, with whom...

Changes in Commission: hearings to take place on 2 October | News | European Parliament

The Conference of Presidents (EP President and leaders of political groups) on Tuesday adopted the calendar of hearings of Mairead McGuinness and Valdis Dombrovskis.
Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs
Committee on International Trade

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WHO/Europe’s Regional Director discusses European Programme of Work in latest podcast episode

In the latest episode of the Health in Europe podcast, WHO Regional Director for Europe Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge discusses the formation of the European Programme of Work (EPW) 2020–2025, “United Action for Better Health in Europe”, and how it will improve health in the WHO European Region over the coming years. Dr Kluge also explains how the EPW’s development was impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and how citizens can get involved to help make the EPW a reality.

EU should check own glasshouses before throwing stones at PH – Prof. Carlos

A political analyst took to social media her stand on the recent recommendation of European Union (EU) lawmakers to impose economic sanctions on Philippine goods entering their market because of alleged violation of human...

Pakistan risks Basmati export as India applies GI tag in EU

Islamabad, Sep 19 (IANS) Pakistan is facing another potential threat of a major damage to its exports as India has applied for an exclusive Geographical Indications (GI) tag to Basmati rice in the...

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...
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