The news that matter in Europe
The news that matter in Europe
During a ceremony at the European Parliament Office in Valletta today, the President of the European Parliament and the Head of the United Transitional Cabinet of Belarus, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, signed a Letter of Intent as a sign of Parliament’s strong commitment to boost cooperation with…
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As we approach the European Elections in June, Parliament’s press services will be publishing a weekly newsletter, highlighting the main election-related news of the week so that you don’t miss anything or need a reminder of what information is available and where to find it. The Newsletter…
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As we approach the European Elections in June, Parliament’s press services will be publishing a weekly newsletter, highlighting the main election-related news of the week so that you don’t miss anything or need a reminder of what information is available and where to find it. The…
The Prize rewards on a yearly basis outstanding journalism that promotes or defends the core principles and values of the European Union such as human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, rule of law, and human rights.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola said: “Journalists must be…
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On the occasion of Europe Day, citizens will have the opportunity to visit all the EU institutions in Brussels and beyond, learning more about what Europe does for and with them.
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The Europe Day event in the European Parliament on 4 May will start with an opening ceremony…
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A. Eurovision Debate (23 May)
The Eurovision Debate with the lead candidates to the presidency of the Commission will take place on May 23 from 15.00 – 16.45 in the plenary chamber in Brussels.
The event is organised by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), in collaboration with…
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Between 6 and 9 June 2024, more than 370 million people across 27 Member States are called to vote in the European elections. To further inform EU citizens and encourage them to vote, the European Parliament is embarking on the second phase of its institutional communication strategy.
With…
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When: 29 April, from 10.00-11.00
Where: Anna Politkovskaya press room in Brussels and via Interactio, Parliament’s webstreaming and EbS+
Parliament’s Spokesperson Jaume Duch Guillot will open the media briefing, summarising Parliament’s main legislative achievements during its ninth term,…
Condemning the Iranian strikes on13 and 14 April, Parliament voices serious concern over the escalation and threat to regional security. MEPs reiterate their full support for the security of the State of Israel and its citizens and condemn the simultaneous rocket launches carried out by…
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In a resolution adopted on Thursday, MEPs strongly condemn the recent Iran’s attack on Israel with drones and missiles and call for further sanctions against Iran.
Condemning the Iranian strikes on 13 and 14 April, Parliament voices serious concern over the escalation and threat to…
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The agreement was reached between Parliament, the Council, the Commission, the Court of Justice, the European Central Bank, the European Court of Auditors, the European Economic and Social Committee, and the European Committee of the Regions. It provides for the joint creation of a new Body for…
The “Net-Zero industry Act”, already informally agreed upon with the Council, sets a target for Europe to produce 40% of its annual deployment needs in net-zero technologies by 2030, based on National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) and to capture 15% of the global market value for these…
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Wrapping up the plenary debate that took place on 10 April, Parliament adopted on Wednesday (399 votes in favour, 117 against, and 28 abstentions) its final resolution in the current legislative term assessing democracy in Hungary. The text denounces serious deficiencies related to the justice…
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A new resolution on the rule of Law in Hungary pinpoints several concerns, especially given the upcoming elections and the Hungarian Presidency of the Council.
Wrapping up the plenary debate that took place on 10 April, Parliament adopted on Wednesday (399 votes in favour, 117 against, and…
The new rules, approved on Tuesday, were provisionally agreed upon between European Parliament and member state negotiators in February.
Focus on investments
MEPs significantly beefed up the rules to protect a government’s capability to invest. It will now be more difficult for the Commission…
The new rules, approved on Tuesday, were provisionally agreed upon between European Parliament and member state negotiators in February.
Focus on investments
MEPs significantly beefed up the rules to protect a government’s capability to invest. It will now be more difficult for the…
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The agreement that was reached between eight EU institutions and bodies (namely Parliament, the Council, the Commission, the Court of Justice, the European Central Bank, the European Court of Auditors, the European Economic and Social Committee, and the European Committee of the Regions)…
On Monday, the Committee on Constitutional Affairs endorsed the agreement for a body to strengthen integrity, transparency, and accountability in European decision-making.
The agreement that was reached between eight EU institutions and bodies (namely Parliament, the Council, the Commission,…
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When: Friday 19 April at 11.00 Where: Anna Politkovskaya press room in Brussels and via Interactio Key topics next week include: Debate and final vote on the right to repair of goods Packaging and packaging waste: final vote Fighting violence against women: debate and final vote Final vote on…
The legislative package, covering medicinal products for human use, consists of a new directive (adopted with 495 votes in favour, 57 against and 45 abstentions) and regulation (adopted with 488 votes in favour, 67 against and 34 abstentions).
Incentives for innovation
MEPs want to introduce a…
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