Julian King: Russia could interfere with French and German elections
European security union Commissioner Julian King has warned Russia may try to influence German and French elections next year through cyber attacks and a disinformation campaign.
The EU must show leadership in the fight against chronic diseases, argues Anthony Gitau.
Movers and Shakers | 21 November 2016
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column.
New report claims "wholesale human rights abuses" taking place in Turkey
A damning new report details what is claimed to be “wholesale human rights abuses” taking place in Turkey after the failed military coup.
An accessible approach to tackling chronic diseases
Robust partnerships are crucial to delivering access to medicines in low income and fragile environments, report Martin Banks and Brian Johnson.
Canada, Flanders Ukraine? What kind of relationship will the UK have with EU?
Martin Banks reports on several different possible post-Brexit scenarios for the UK.
MEPs lash out after conclusion of 2017 EU budget talks
Parliament's EPP group has condemned the "spirit" of the just-concluded negotiations which will see a slight rise in next year's EU budget.
EU Parliament cancels MEP visit to Turkey
The European Parliament called off an official delegation trip to Turkey this week due to "disagreements" with Ankara, it has emerged.
Access to medicines: EU must show leadership in fight against chonic diseases
The EU must show leadership in the fight against chronic diseases, argues Anthony Gitau.
Turkey: Failed coup was years in the making
The failed coup in Turkey was years in the making, writes Ahmet Zeki Üçok.
Innovation-powered Europe brings jobs and growth
An innovation-powered Europe brings jobs, growth and improved quality of life, writes Martin Kern.
Sustainable renewable fuels key to meeting EU's 2030 energy and climate objectives
Sustainable renewable fuels are key to meeting the EU's ambitious 2030 energy and climate objectives, writes Malcolm McDowell.
10 tech enablers conference: EU's digital transformation will benefit from open ICT ecosystem
Tech hotspots can pioneer Europe’s future ICT ecosystem, writes Chen Lifang.
EU and China have a leading role to play in tomorrow's digital economy
China and Europe must work together toward a single 5G standard, writes Ryan Ding.
Beyond the 21st century: Commission ready to make EU truly digital
Robotics are both a challenge and an opportunity for the EU, and the Commission is ready to make the most of these exciting new technologies, writes Andrus Ansip
Canada trade deal essential to EU prosperity
It has been a bumpy road, but it is now time for the EU to implement CETA, argues Artis Pabriks
Kati Piri: EU must freeze accession talks with Turkey
The EU must send a strong signal to the Turkish government, says Kati Piri.
What does the future hold for food labelling rules?
In the battle against chronic disease, health will play an increasing role in designing food labelling rules, writes Xavier Prats Monné.
Passengers are aviation's most important players
Many improvements to the European air sector are technically possible, they are simply waiting for political action, says Marian-Jean Marinescu.
Helga Stevens is ready to knock Martin Schulz off his parliamentary throne. Here, explains why she believes she would be better able to represent all MEPs, how her leadership style would differ from Schulz's and how she would put an end to shady backroom deals.
Maroš Šefcovic on how his plans will help consumers, reform the market, meet climate change goals and deliver energy security.
Stefan Eck on his passion for golf, why it's too soon to judge the EU's success and why he believes that rabbits are the forgotten species of EU animal welfare laws.
Alyn Smith discusses the implications of Brexit, why he wants to become deputy leader of the Scottish National Party and why it's important that Scotland has eyes and ears in Europe.
Vytenis Andriukaitis explains what challenges the EU can expect in the coming decades, how the Commission will be supporting the member states to keep their populations healthy, and addresses that viral tweet.
ShiFt happens, but it's not always good science
Scientific revolutions may be on the horizon, but most of this shift isn't credible science or a step forward, argues Christopher J. Borgert.
Loss of UK MEPs an opportunity to enhance European Parliament's democratic legitimacy
Brexit may well provide an unintentional boost to EU Federalist hopes of running pan-European transnational party lists at the 2019 European elections, writes Andrew Duff.
Nato and cyber-attacks: Time to raise our game
They may be invisible, but every day our countries face attacks in cyber-space. Nato is adapting to this increasing threat, writes Jens Stoltenberg.
Everything you need to know about Article 50 (but were afraid to ask)
Most people will have never read a single article of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) before they stumbled recently across Article 50.
Brexit: EU urgently needs new treaty
The Brexit referendum should be seen as an opportunity to reform Europe and place citizens at the heart of decision making, says Henri Malosse.
Interview with Kaja Kallas, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, Waste Management, Access to Medicines, EU-Turkey, Neighbourhood Policy, CETA roundup, 5 questions with Catherine Stihler and more.
Martin Banks reports on several different possible post-Brexit scenarios for the UK.
Political parties like Ukip and Front National have been accused of "misusing" Parliament's resources in order to "destroy" the EU.
Time to fight back against those that want to build walls around their countries, warns EU Parliament chief.
Britain's policing Minister Brandon Lewis has signalled the UK's intention to opt-in to Europol, the EU's agency for law enforcement cooperation.
Former MEP Andrew Duff has predicted that the best the UK can expect from a post-Brexit deal is an association agreement similar to that agreed between the EU and Ukraine and Moldova.
As the Trumpquake" shock waves" spread across the world, reaction in Brussels was cautiously welcoming, reports Raj Singh.
UK Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn has said he will not stand in the way of Britain exiting the EU.
Friends in politics, going digital and the value of family.
Rowing, connecting with nature and learning the art of listening.
On November 14, the IMCO Working Group on the Digital Single Market held a meeting on Completing the Digital Single Market for European Consumers and citizens: Tackling Geo-Blocking in the EU.
On November 8, the AGRI Committee held a workshop entitled: Reflections on the agricultural challenges post-2020 in the EU: preparing the next CAP reform.
On October 25, the Plenary discussed the Parliament’s position on the 2017 budget, with input from the Commission and the Council.
On October 17, the JURI Committee organised a workshop with National Parliaments on Robotics and Artificial Intelligence – Ethical issues and regulatory approach.
On October 5th, the European Parliament held a Plenary debate to discuss the upcoming European Council meeting.
On September 12, the LIBE Committee held a hearing with Sir Julian King, the Commissioner-designate for the Security Union.
On September 8 2016, the ENVI Committee held an exchange of views with Slovak Minister of Environment, Mr László Sólymoson the priorities and programme of the Slovak Presidency in the area of environment and climate change. Please find below a summary of the discussion.
EU High Representative Federica Mogherini held a first exchange of views with MEPs on the recently published EU Global Strategy. The need for proper implementation was stressed during the debate.