Donald Trump arrives in Brussels
US President Donald Trump arrived in Belgium on Wednesday to relatively little fanfare but with hopes high that his visit, his first overseas trip as president, could help heal EU-US relations.
The soft drinks industry has undertaken a number of efforts to reduce added sugars by 10 per...
EBS: EU must change or face collapse, warns Verhofstadt
Parliament's ALDE group leader Guy Verhofstadt has warned that the EU faces collapse unless it implements sweeping reforms.
Cyber security is a shared responsibility, EBS told
European security union Commissioner Julian King has warned that more cyberattacks on the scale of the recent one which paralysed computer systems throughout the world are very likely.
EU leaders condemn Manchester attack
Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker has led messages of support following the terrorist attacks in Manchester.
EBS: Universal basic income would help reduce inequality
Introducing a basic income for all citizens would help reduce inequality and poverty, the European Business Summit was told.
EBS highlights importance of EU single market
The European Business Summit was told on Monday that the EU's single market is supporting millions of jobs and boosting competitiveness throughout Europe.
MEPs back measures to give national parliaments greater say in EU legislation
MEPs have overwhelmingly backed measures that call for national parliaments to have a greater say on EU legislation.
Alcohol labelling: Meeting consumer demands is a must
Meeting consumer demands is a must, says Pierre-Olivier Bergeron.
We shouldn't take plant health issues for granted
We shouldn't take plant health issues for granted, warns Baldissera Giovani.
Success of vaccination programmes is based on citizens' trust in safety of vaccines
There's a conflict of interest at the heart of post-authorisation vaccine evaluation research, argues Jim McMenamin.
Innovation and R&D are the keys to a healthier future
Innovation and R&D are the keys to a healthier future, explains Nathalie Moll.
EU can compete at highest levels of bioeconomy
Europe can compete at the highest levels of the bioeconomy, says Philippe Mengal.
EU must realise circular economy's full potential
The EU must realise the circular economy package's full potential, argues Alexis Van Maercke.
Can the EU's circular economy apply to ports?
It makes perfect sense for ports to go circular, says Merja Kyllönen, but this will take legislative perseverance.
A sustainable blue economy can boost Europe's tourism
EU coastal regions attract a huge number of tourists each year but they need more support to unlock the full potential of the blue economy, says István Ujhelyi.
European Business Summit: What's next for Europe?
This year's European Business Summit is well placed to provide a platform for debate between EU stakeholders, explains Arnaud Thysen.
Green jobs could change the way we live, so what are we waiting for?
Green jobs could change the way we live, and the world we live in - what are we waiting for, asks Jean Lambert.
Obesity is a societal problem
The EU’s approach to food advertising to children must change if it is to effectively tackle the obesity epidemic, says Daciana Octavia Sârbu.
European environment, maritime affairs and fisheries Commissioner Karmenu Vella on what to expect from this year's EU Green Week activities, the importance of the blue economy and the job potential of acting green.
Tony Blair's former chief of staff Jonathan Powell hopes to use his experience to secure a Brexit deal that works for business.
Eva Kaili on the importance of investing in science and research, why Brexit should exclude scientific cooperation, and why she doesn't want online platforms to censor fake news.
Mairead McGuinness on taking risks, building bridges with national parliaments, and why she’s excited about her new responsibility for interreligious dialogue.
Irish GUE/NGL deputy Lynn Boylan on providing Northern Ireland with special status post-Brexit and why tinkering around the edges of EU reform is just not going to cut it with today’s citizens.
From Macron to Renzi: the Centre fights back
Emmanuel Macron's decisive victory over Marine Le Pen in the French presidential election has calmed fears of a eurozone crisis and boosted the hopes of centrists and of business in Europe that the momentum for populist parties has been stalled, at least for now., writes Mike Rann.
EU-Nato relations: A country-by-country analysis
In response to heightened tensions with Russia, Europeans remain committed to Nato and US allyship, explains Dalia Research's Anisa Holmes.
What future for UK citizens living in the EU, and EU citizens living in the UK?
The UK and EU positions on citizens' rights are poles apart, writes Roger Boaden.
EU must better communicate its success stories
The EU must better communicate its success stories, says Markus J. Beyrer.
Edward McMillan-Scott: Letter from a Disunited Kingdom
Edward McMillan-Scott calls on MEPs to engage with those in Britain who understand the EU and can put the case for continued membership.
Parliament's ALDE group leader Guy Verhofstadt has warned that the EU faces collapse unless it implements sweeping reforms.
The European Business Summit was told on Monday that the EU's single market is supporting millions of jobs and boosting competitiveness throughout Europe.
This year's European Business Summit is an opportunity to take part in stimulating debates on the future of Europe.
This year's European Business Summit is well placed to provide a platform for debate between EU stakeholders, explains Arnaud Thysen.
Northern Irish MEP Jim Nicholson has warned that resolving the Irish border issue in the Brexit talks will be a massive task.
The EU's chief Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, has warned that the clock is ticking on the UK's withdrawal from the EU.
Tony Blair's former chief of staff Jonathan Powell hopes to use his experience to secure a Brexit deal that works for business.
The leaders of Parliament's two biggest groups agree that Macron's victory in France is a good sign for Europe.
Winston Churchill, young entrepreneurs and taking inspiration from past leaders.
Macedonia, campaigning on no budget and always aiming for a challenge.
Dame Anne Begg, the Bible and working towards an MBA.
On May 3, the TRAN Committee discussed a first draft on the cross-border parcel delivery services by rapporteur Lucy Anderson (S&D, UK).
On April 11, the LIBE Committee held a hearing on the Commission’s proposal for an ePrivacy regulation.
On April 5, the European Parliament held a plenary debate on the Negotiations with the United Kingdom following its notification that it intends to withdraw from the European Union and subsequently adopted a joint motion for a resolution on their position.
On 28 March, the third EU Energy Policy Summit was held in Brussels.
On March 16, the European Parliament Plenary Session endorsed the agreement reached with the Council on a draft regulation for a supply chain due diligence on minerals originating in conflict-affected areas.
On March 1, the main conference of European Shipping Week 2017, a day-long debate on various topics across the maritime spectrum, took place.
On March 2, the European Parliament adopted the report on the implementation of the Creative Europe programme with 503 votes in favour, 57 votes against and 80 abstentions. Please find the detailed voting list here.
On February 16, the European Parliament’s Plenary Session adopted the JURI report on civil rules on robotics.