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A European Union of Skills: Equipping Europe for Global Competitiveness

The European Commission has unveiled the Union of Skills, an ambitious initiative aimed at strengthening the EU’s human capital to ensure sustained global competitiveness. As one of the key priorities within the first 100...

CEF 2025: Launch of coordinated enforcement on the right to erasure

Brussels, 05 March - The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has launched its Coordinated Enforcement Framework (CEF) action for 2025. Following a year-long coordinated action on the right of access in 2024, the CEF's...

Speech by President AntĂłnio Costa at the Emergency summit of the League of Arab States on Gaza

Let me start by thanking you for inviting the European Union to attend this important meeting as the international community and the Arab States try to give hope to millions of Palestinians in Gaza,...

From Jail, Ă–calan Shuts Down His PKK

The outlawed Kurdish militant group PKK announced a ceasefire with Turkey on Saturday, March 1, 2025, after a landmark call by detained PKK leader Abdullah Ă–calan for the group to disband. It was the first...

EU Welcomes Alignment of 11 Countries on Sanctions Against ISIL and Al-Qaeda, Ensuring Humanitarian Exemptions

BRUSSELS, The European Union has taken a significant step to strengthen international cooperation against terrorist groups, with 11 partner countries committing to align their policies with EU sanctions targeting ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaeda. The...

Joint ECDC-WHO Regional Office for Europe Mpox Surveillance Bulletin

<!--   ECDC Mpox Webpage       WHO EURO Mpox webpage     Surveillance summary In the last three months, 715 cases have been reported from 24 countries and areas. Over the past 4 weeks,...

Remarks by President António Costa following the Leaders’ summit on Ukraine

First of all, I would like to thank Prime Minister Keir Starmer for gathering all of us here today. This consultation was very useful and important, and I will continue to work with all the...

Israel/Palestine: Statement by the Spokesperson on the ceasefire in Gaza

The EU condemns the refusal of Hamas to accept the extension of the first phase of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza. Israel's subsequent decision to block the entry of all humanitarian aid into Gaza...

Coast Guard Evolution: AI and Unmanned Systems Enhancing SAR Operations

On 25–26 February 2025, the Italian Coast Guard, acting as Chair of the European Coast Guard Functions Forum (ECGFF), together with the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex) hosted an international workshop on...

First EUDA work programme 2025–2027 published today

Today, the European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) has published its first three-year work programme (Single programming document 2025–2027), outlining strategic objectives and initiatives to strengthen the EU’s preparedness on drugs. Europe is facing new and...

European Union Calls for Restraint Amid Escalating Conflict in the West Bank

Brussels — The European Union (EU) has voiced deep concern over the ongoing Israeli military operation in the northern West Bank, which has entered its 40th day. The prolonged campaign against armed militants in...

EU Calls for Ceasefire in Sudan as Ramadan Approaches

Brussels, 28 February 2025 — As the Holy Month of Ramadan approaches, the European Union (EU) has renewed its urgent appeal for a ceasefire in Sudan. In a statement issued by the EEAS Press...

Digital sprint to disrupt sexual exploitation of Ukrainian nationals

In a coordinated effort to combat human trafficking, Europol hosted an international operational action between 25 and 28 February 2025, bringing together analytical, OSINT and investigative experts from 12 countries, including Ukraine*. The...

ESMA publishes the results of the annual transparency calculations for equity and equity-like instruments

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has today published the results of the annual transparency calculations for equity and equity-like instruments, which will apply from...

Rare Disease Day: an in-depth look at how the European Reference Networks (ERNs) are tackling rare diseases

Rare diseases represent a major health challenge for healthcare systems due to the limited knowledge available to diagnose them, the limited number of  treatment options (95% of the known rare diseases still lack...

Be ready for the next DiscoverEU application round!

Are you 18 years old and a resident of one of the EU Member States or third countries associated to Erasmus+?  Then get ready to explore Europe! Applications will open on the European Youth...

25 arrested in global hit against AI-generated child sexual abuse material

Most of the arrests were carried out simultaneously on 26 February 2025 during a global operation (Operation Cumberland) led by Danish law enforcement. More arrests are expected in the coming weeks, as the operation...

Thailand: Statement by the Spokesperson on the deportation of Uyghurs to China

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Norlase secures €20 million EIB venture debt to advance ophthalmic laser technology.

Denmark’s med-tech sector receives a boost as Norlase strengthens its position in the global ophthalmic laser market with EIB venture debt financing. Norlase will employ the funding for the further development and market access...

World NGO Day: Statement by the EEAS Secretary General Belén Martínez Carbonell

Civil society is the beating heart of democracy, its pulse sustaining freedom and amplifying the voices of citizens. Civil society organisations build bridges where divisions threaten to take hold, fostering trust within communities and...

Renovated hospital and preschool open in Lviv Oblast with EU bank support

Lviv’s St Luke’s Hospital has been upgraded to provide better medical care and a more resilient environment for patients, visitors and healthcare workers amid wartime challenges. Preschool No.7 in Truskavets has been renovated to...

New action plan to lower energy costs for European citizens and businesses

The EU is at a crucial turning point for its competitiveness, decarbonisation and security, with a clear need to act. Structurally high energy costs are hurting our citizens and businesses. The challenges are clear,...

Commission presents plan for competitiveness and decarbonisation in the EU

Today, the Commission presents the Clean Industrial Deal, a bold business plan to support the competitiveness and resilience of our industry. The Deal will accelerate decarbonisation, while securing the future of manufacturing in Europe. Faced with...

Poland in orbit: five EU-funded space research projects in the spotlight

During the first half of 2025, Poland is holding the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union for the second time. As president, Poland is steering work across all levels of the...

Happy 30th birthday, Europa website!

 We’re celebrating here: on 25 February, our very own Europa website is turning 30. What started as a website small enough to fit on a CD-Rom is now a web domain that includes...
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