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Belgium Faces Major Disruptions Due to Farmers’ Protest, A Day of Standstill

Brussels, Belgium. The peaceful routine of Brussels was abruptly disturbed on Monday morning when farmers took to the streets in a protest that caused significant road closures. The mobilization of farmers in response to...

German Political Parties Prepare for EU Elections Amidst Internal Challenges and Broader EU Concerns

In preparation for the EU elections, German parties FDP and SPD finalize strategies to boost voter participation and combat right-wing populism.

Finland and Ireland Foster Inclusive Quality Education

Finland and Ireland have recently launched a project called "Fostering Inclusive Quality Education in Finland and Ireland " which is a significant step towards promoting inclusive education. This initiative, funded by the European Union...

Reflecting on History and Renewing Commitment: The 79th Anniversary of Auschwitz-Birkenau’s Liberation

On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we reflect on the atrocities of the past and commit to preventing their recurrence. Join us in commemorating the victims and standing against antisemitism. #HolocaustRemembrance #NeverAgain

Human trafficking: deal on new EU rules

Parliament and Council negotiators reached a provisional deal to revise rules on preventing and combating human trafficking on Tuesday.

New Genomic Techniques: MEPs want to ban all patents for these type of plants

New genomic techniques (NGT) are techniques for targeted genome modification (mutation or insertion of one or more genes at specific sites in the genome)

Belgium Presidency debriefs EP committees on priorities

Ministers are holding a series of meetings in parliamentary committees to present the priorities of the Belgium Presidency of the Council.

Malta begins its OSCE Chairpersonship with a vision for strengthening resilience and enhancing security

VIENNA, 25 January 2024 – The OSCE Chair-in-Office, Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of Malta Ian Borg, presented the country’s vision for its 2024 Chairpersonship at the inaugural session of the...

Decisive Actions Needed in the EU to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals by 2030: ESDR Report

PARIS, FRANCE, 25 January 2024 - The Europe Sustainable Development Report 2023/24 (ESDR), a new report released today produced by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) in collaboration with SDSN Europe and the...

Holocaust Remembrance Day: “Hitler did not win!” | News

“We pay tribute today to the victims of the Holocaust and reaffirm our unwavering commitment against antisemitism, racism and other forms of hate. Europe remembers”, stressed European Parliament President, Roberta Metsola, opening the...

Holocaust Remembrance Day: Holocaust survivor Irene Shashar to address MEPs

On Thursday, a survivor of the Warsaw ghetto, will address MEPs during a plenary session in Brussels, to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Election Year Needs to be a Fresh Start for EU and Indonesia

The collapse of EU-Australia FTA negotiations and slow progress with Indonesia highlight stalled trade facilitation. The EU needs a new approach to promote exports and expand market access to Indonesia and India. Diplomatic outreach and consultation are crucial to prevent further conflicts and ensure a fresh start for both sides.

Stopping greenwashing: how the EU regulates green claims

The EU aims to put an end to greenwashing, when companies claim to be greener than they are, and provide more information to consumers on the durability of products they buy. In order to better protect...

The Hungarian government threatens EU values, institutions, and funds, MEPs say

Parliament condemns the deliberate, continuous and systematic efforts of the Hungarian government to undermine the EU’s founding values.

Fundamental rights report finds threats to key freedoms, equality and dignity

MEPs looked into the state of citizens’ rights in the EU in 2022 and 2023, identifying an array of concerns about fundamental rights in all member states.

Human rights breaches in China, Sudan and Tajikistan

Human rights breaches continue in these countries, with persecution in China, the threat of famine in Sudan and repression of the media in Tajikistan

European Parliament Moves for Enhanced Worker Protection

The European Parliament strengthens the European Labour Authority's mandate to protect worker rights and ensure fair competition within the EU. Learn more here.

Russia, TV Channel of an Orthodox Oligarch Under EU Sanctions

On 18 December 2023, the Council of the European Union imposed restrictive measures on Tsargrad TV Channel (Царьград ТВ) belonging to and financed by the so-called “Orthodox oligarch” Konstantin Malofeev, as part of the 12th...

Metsola in Lithuania: Freedom Prize awarded to the European Parliament

At the award ceremony today in Vilnius, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola thanked the Seimas, the Lithuanian Parliament, for its decision to honour the European Parliament with the 2023 Freedom Prize. President Metsola said in...

Seamless Sojourns in Europe, Unlocking the Secrets of the Schengen Area

In the web of integration, the Schengen zone shines as a symbol of liberty and solidarity dismantling borders and granting European Union (EU) citizens the precious privilege of travelling without passports. Since its inception,...

A Breakthrough for Inclusivity, the EU Disability Card

In a groundbreaking move towards inclusivity, the Employment and Social Affairs Committee of the European Parliament has unanimously adopted a proposal for an EU Disability Card, aiming to facilitate the free movement of persons...

Press briefing on next week’s plenary session | News

When: Friday 12 January at 11.00 Where: Anna Politkovskaya press room and via Interactio Key topics next week include: Debate on the results of the December EU summit, the 1 February Special European Council and the...

Giorgia Meloni and Viktor Orban’s Secretive Negotiations on EU Aid for Ukraine

According to an article by Bloomberg, there have been reports of secretive negotiations between Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. It is said that Meloni has urged Orban to...

European Commission’s Commitment to Youth Engagement and Policy Influence in the European Union

Following the European Year of Youth in 2022 the European Commission is actively working to ensure that young people have a say in the decision-making processes of the European Union. Today's announcement is a...

Renew Europe Hosts Pivotal Forum on Global Crises at European Parliament Today

Today at the Hemicycle of the European Parliament in Brussels on January 9 2024 the influential Renew Europe Group is organizing a forum called "Global Europe in the Face of Multiple International Crises." Running...
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