The news that matter in Europe
The news that matter in Europe
The report comprising draft changes to the Treaties was endorsed by MEPs on Wednesday with 19 votes for, six against, and one abstention. The accompanying resolution was adopted with 20 votes for, six against, and no abstentions. MEPs reiterate their call to amend the EU Treaties and ask the…
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In his address, Mr Pashinyan expressed his staunch defence of democratic principles against the backdrop of the multifaceted crises Armenia has been confronted with in recent years, particularly highlighting the turbulent aftermath of the 2020-2021 war and border conflict with Azerbaijan. He…
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Ladies and gentlemen,
First of all, I want to tell you my pleasure and honour to be with you tonight.
Before developing my remarks, in French, I would like to let you in on a secret. Every time I speak in Molière’s language, my boys tell me ‘Mom, your accent is horrible…’.
So, as…
On Wednesday, Martin Hojsík (Renew, SK) was elected to the office of European Parliament Vice-President, by acclamation as he was the sole candidate, in accordance with Parliament’s rules on nominations. In a second approval by acclamation immediately after, Isabel Wiseler-Lima (EPP, LU) was…
The newly elected Vice-President and Quaestor replace Michal Šimečka (Renew, SK) and Cristophe Hansen (EPP, LU)respectively.
Following today’s decision by Parliament’s Conference of Presidents (President Metsola and political group leaders) to declare the hearings process closed, the European Parliament will hold its final votes on Wopke Hoekstra’s appointment as Commissioner for Climate Action and on Maroš…
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President Pavel stressed the importance of explaining Europe “to ensure that our citizens can genuinely identify with the principles we stand for”. Speaking of the European election campaign next year, he urged to refrain from “simplistic solutions and empty promises” and to communicate…
You can follow it live on Parliament’s webstreaming and on EbS.
State of the European Union debate
At 9.00, Commission President von der Leyen will give her final State of the European Union address before the 6-9 June 2024 European elections, followed by a debate with MEPs. She…
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Russian forces have completely destroyed 180 schools in Ukraine, and over 1,300 educational institutions have been damaged. This was announced by the Ukrainian Minister of Education and Science Oksen Lisovii, quoted by “Ukrinform”.
“Today, we have 180 schools that have been completely…
En enero de 2023, el presidente Metsola encargó a los Cuestores que trabajaran en propuestas para reforzar las políticas contra el acoso del Parlamento. Sobre la base de las recomendaciones de los Cuestores, la Mesa decidió el 10 de julio establecer un servicio de mediación y dio su respaldo político a la…
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Dans une résolution adoptée par 365 voix pour, 270 contre et 20 abstentions, le Parlement qualifie le projet d’accord sur l’instance de déontologie d'”insatisfaisant et pas assez ambitieux, en deçà d’une véritable instance de déontologie”, comme l’envisageait le Parlement il y a déjà deux ans. Contentieux…
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To mark the 70th anniversary of the European Parliament and in the run-up to the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union to be held in the first half of 2024, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola will be received by Their Majesties the King and Queen at the Château…
Como parte de la serie de debates ‘Esto es Europa’, el presidente Christodoulides pidió una Europa unida capaz de cambiar para asegurar su lugar en el mundo del mañana. “Estoy firmemente convencido de que la UE debe ser estratégicamente autónoma, en áreas como la seguridad, la energía, la salud”, dijo…
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El miércoles, el presidente de la República de Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, se dirigió al Parlamento Europeo en una sesión solemne en Estrasburgo. “La República de Kosovo y su pueblo continúan mirando hacia el futuro, un futuro europeo”, dijo el presidente Osmani y pidió una región regional más sólida…
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Évaluant ce qui a été fait pour lutter contre le harcèlement sexuel par les institutions et les pays de l’UE, les députés demandent de meilleures procédures de signalement et un soutien aux victimes. Jeudi, les députés ont adopté le rapport par 468 voix pour, 17 contre et 125 abstentions. Le rapport souligne que,…
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Evaluating what has been done to fight against sexual harassment by EU institutions and countries, MEPs call for better reporting procedures and support for victims.
On Thursday, MEPs adopted the report by 468 votes in favour, 17 against and 125 abstentions. The report highlights that,…
Al evaluar lo que se ha hecho para luchar contra el acoso sexual por parte de las instituciones y los países de la UE, los eurodiputados piden mejores procedimientos de denuncia y apoyo a las víctimas. El jueves, los eurodiputados aprobaron el informe por 468 votos a favor, 17 en contra y 125 abstenciones. El informe destaca que,…
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The Key Issues in the European Parliament Elections 2024
Elections 2024 – The European Parliament Elections 2024 are just around the corner, and it’s important to be informed about the issues that will be at the forefront of the election. From climate change to immigration policies, this…
En su discurso ante los eurodiputados, el presidente de Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, identificó la recuperación de la posguerra, la ampliación, la migración y la energía como los principales desafíos para la UE. Dirigiéndose a los eurodiputados durante una sesión formal, el presidente Rebelo de Sousa dijo que considera que la guerra de agresión rusa…
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EP spyware inquiry committee has adopted its final report and recommendations, condemning spyware abuses in several EU member states and setting out a way forward.
On Monday evening, the European Parliament’s Committee of Inquiry to investigate the use of Pegasus and equivalent…