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The winners of the ninth edition of the Social Innovation Tournament

The Social Innovation Tournament, the flagship initiative of the EIB Group Institute’s Social Programme, recognises and supports the best European social entrepreneurs. 15 finalists had been selected for the 2020 edition out of an...

Brexit talks face moment of truth, says European Council president

Talks on a trade deal between Britain and the European Union face a moment of truth ahead of a meeting of EU leaders next week, European Council president Charles Michel said on Thursday. ...

European Parliament adopts resolution on rule of law in Bulgaria

With 358 votes in favour, 277 against and 56 abstentions, MEPs adopted the resolution on the rule of law in Bulgaria. The document calls for full and unconditional respect for European values, BNR reported. The...

European Parliament urges leaders to snub Saudi G20

The European Parliament on Thursday voted to downgrade its attendance at the November G20 summit in Saudi Arabia over human rights concerns, and to urge for sanctions. The bill is one of the strongest political...

EPP will not support European Parliament’s resolution on Bulgaria

The group of the European People’s Party will not support the resolution on Bulgaria, Deputy-Chairman of the EPP group in the European Parliament Esteban Gonzales Pons said. According to EPP, some...

European parliament wants to increase 2030 emissions reduction target to 60%

… 2050, says European Parliament in a vote on the EU climate law, … 2050 and that thereafter the EU shall achieve “negative emissions”. … into account the total remaining EU greenhouse gas...

European Parliament cements position on climate change before haggling by member states

By Kate Abnett3 Min Read BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union lawmakers have backed a plan to cut greenhouse gases by 60% from 1990 levels by 2030, hoping member states will not try to water the...

Public consultation: IP rights outside the European Union

In the framework of the European Union’s Strategy for the Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights in Third Countries, the European Commission (DG Trade) is launching a public consultation in order to gather information on the state of intellectual property protection and enforcement in third countries.

Poland: EIB provides additional support to chemical company PCC Rokita

The Bank will increase the financing provided at the beginning of last year to €67.5 million. The funds will support the company’s modernisation plans and the construction of the Process Innovation and Scaling Centre. Both loan agreements are backed by an EFSI guarantee under the Investment Plan for Europe

Member of European Parliament urges to sanction Aliyev and exclude Turkey from OSCE Minsk Group

Deputy of the European Parliament Charlie Weimers has called on Europe to impose sanctions against President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and exclude Turkey from the OSCE Minsk Group for its aggression unleashed against Artsakh...

EU removes Cayman Islands from Non-Cooperative countries on taxes

Alternative Investment Management Association Welcomes The Decision Of The European Union To Remove The Cayman Islands From Its List Of Non-Cooperative Jurisdictions For Tax Purposes AIMA welcomes the decision of the Council of the European...

Mairead McGuinness approved as Irish commissioner in European Parliament

Mairead McGuinness has been approved by the European Parliament to be Ireland’s commissioner, taking up the brief of financial services. ...

European Parliament to discuss the resumption of hostilities in Nagorno Karabakh

The European Parliament will discuss the escalation of the conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh at the plenary session on October 7 in Brussels, according to the agenda published on the official website of the parliament.

European Union and WFP support Namibia’s most vulnerable people affected by Covid-19

WINDHOEK – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a contribution of €2million (N$40 million) from the European Union (EU), which will help WFP deliver critical food assistance to 30,000 vulnerable people in Namibia affected by COVID-19 and drought. The EU funding will support severely food … malnutrition among children. “The EU, as one of the largest … Castellano, who leads the EU’s humanitarian response in the …

European Union Backs Okonjo-Iweala For WTO Job

The European Union has expressed support for Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Nigeria’s candidate for the position of Director-General of the World Trade Organisation as the race enters its final month. According to Bloomberg, the EU also...

Pakistan to challenge India’s application for exclusive GI tag to Basmati rice in European Union

By PTI ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has decided to file its opposition in the European Union in response to India's application for an exclusive Geographical Indications...

European Parliament to award Caruana Galizia prize for journalism

The European Parliament will be awarding The Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism on a yearly basis from October next year. This prize was approved by the European Parliament’s Bureau on Monday after having been...

European Council President Charles Michel To Discuss Recent And Next EU Summit With MEPs

From 9.15, MEPs are to assess the results of the special European Council meeting, in particular on escalating tensions between Turkey and its EU neighbours. On Tuesday morning, European Council President Charles Michel will present...

European Parliament discussing rule of law in Bulgaria

At 8 pm Bulgarian time, MEPs are discussing a resolution on Bulgaria that is to be voted on October 8. Only speakers pre-selected by parliamentary groups are to talk. Positions remain polarized between...

European Parliament is to discuss civil protests in Bulgaria in today’s session

The European Parliament is to discuss today, October 5, the ongoing anti-corruption protests in Bulgaria demanding the resignation of the Bulgarian government and prosecutor general Ivan Geshev, BNR's correspondent in Brussels Angelina Piskova reported.  The debates...

How Will Britain and The EU Get Out of Their Rut?

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen held an anticipated phone call Saturday as the two sides race to secure a post-Brexit trade deal. Von der Leyen tweeted: "Good...

EU: Belarus Bid to Reduce Poland, Lithuania Diplomatic Staff ‘Regrettable’

BRUSSELS The European Union said on Sunday that Belarus demand for Lithuania and Poland to reduce their embassy staff numbers in Minsk was unfounded and regrettable.The EUs foreign policy chief Josep Borrell criticized...

EU injects K3.4bn into Covid-19 fight

The European Union (EU) has allocated almost K3.4 billion humanitarian support to boost Malawi Government’s preparedness and response plan to coronavirus. The 3 700 000 euros funding will support three projects to close critical gaps...

Daphne Caruana Galizia journalism prize ‘symbol of EU support’

The details of an annual Daphne Caruana Galizia prize for journalism are set to be approved by the European Parliament on Monday. The prize seeks to distinguish outstanding journalism revolving around the principles and values...

Defence Minister: ‘Conclusions of the European Council send a clear message to Turkey’

The conclusions of the European Council on October 1st send a clear message in all directions, confirming the full solidarity and determination of the European family to support Cyprus and Greece, said Cypriot Minister...
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