Sánchez walks a tightrope as Spain commits to NATO target
08 May Foreign & Security Policy

Sánchez walks a tightrope as Spain commits to NATO target

With Spain pledging to spend 2% of its GDP on defence, PM Pedro Sánchez faces scepticism as he stretches the definition of military spending. Around Europe, not everyone is impressed.
by Arno Van Rensbergen
Russian gas phaseout: Why going cold turkey is easier said than done
07 May EU Institutions
Russian gas phaseout: Why going cold turkey is easier said than done
Op-ed: EU's Russian speakers are an opportunity, not a risk
07 May Culture & Arts
Op-ed: EU's Russian speakers are an opportunity, not a risk
EU risks over-reliance on Turkey for defence
05 May Foreign & Security Policy
EU risks over-reliance on Turkey for defence
The future of EU-India relations
27 Jan
The future of EU-India relations
With India celebrating its 70th Republic Day on 26 January, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borell is seeking a closer strategic partnership, however MEPs are now calling for greater progress on trade negotiations.
Europe braces for coronavirus
27 Jan
Europe braces for coronavirus
European health authorities are preparing to deal with the arrival of infected people from China as the coronavirus spreads beyond Chinese borders.
World Holocaust Memorial Day: Never Forget
27 Jan
World Holocaust Memorial Day: Never Forget
As the world marks Holocaust Memorial Day and the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau camps, EU leaders say the Holocaust stands as a warning to Europe about the rise of anti-Semitism and racism.
Guy Verhofstadt: ‘Big problems’ still exist with UK Withdrawal Agreement
24 Jan
Guy Verhofstadt: ‘Big problems’ still exist with UK Withdrawal Agreement
The chair of Parliament's Brexit Steering Group said one pressing problem was that EU citizens in the UK currently had “no physical document” to prove their legal right to remain in the country after Brexit.
 
Movers and Shakers | 24 January 2020
24 Jan
Movers and Shakers | 24 January 2020
Issue 508 | 27 January 2020
24 Jan
Issue 508 | 27 January 2020
This issue features Renew Europe leader Dacian Cioloș as our cover star. He tells us why citizens must play a key role in designing the blueprint for the future of Europe and shares his views on the new European Commission, climate change and Brexit.
UK Withdrawal Agreement passes two key hurdles
24 Jan
UK Withdrawal Agreement passes two key hurdles
Having received Royal Assent in the UK and consent in a vote by Parliament’s Constitutional Affairs Committee on Thursday, the UK is now well on its way to exiting the EU next week.
The Parliament Magazine Committee Guide 2020
24 Jan
The Parliament Magazine Committee Guide 2020

A Parliament Magazine's Guide to the European Parliament's Committees

 
NGOs announce plans for fringe festival alongside Future of Europe conference
23 Jan
NGOs announce plans for fringe festival alongside Future of Europe conference
The pan-European “festival of democracy” aims to “harness the energy, imagination and ideas” of citizens.
AFCO to sign-off UK Withdrawal Agreement
22 Jan
AFCO to sign-off UK Withdrawal Agreement
The committee will vote on Thursday, paving the way for a final vote in plenary next week.
UK government under renewed pressure to provide an EU Green Card
22 Jan
UK government under renewed pressure to provide an EU Green Card
A House of Lords amendment to the Withdrawal Bill calls on the UK government to provide EU citizens with physical proof of status.
EU can no longer ignore Catalonia, says Puigdemont
21 Jan
EU can no longer ignore Catalonia, says Puigdemont
The Catalan pro-independence MEP made the remark when speaking for the first time in the European Parliament.
UK urged to respect post-Brexit EU citizens’ rights
21 Jan
UK urged to respect post-Brexit EU citizens’ rights
MEPs raised concerns after a senior UK minister suggested EU citizens could face deportation if they fail to secure settled status in time.
Taiwan pro-independence leader wins presidential election
20 Jan
Taiwan pro-independence leader wins presidential election
A top Taiwanese diplomat has warned China to heed the outcome of his country’s presidential elections.
Getting to the Green Deal: Don’t rule out alternative fuels Partner Content
20 Jan
Getting to the Green Deal: Don’t rule out alternative fuels
A coalition of vehicle manufacturers and fuel producers are calling for consistency in defining alternative fuels.
Von der Leyen urges Croatian presidency to focus on four 'key' areas
20 Jan
Von der Leyen urges Croatian presidency to focus on four "key" areas
Implementing the European Green Deal, Brexit negotiations, the MFF and enlargement talks are among the priorities singled out by the Commission president.
EU “putting its money where its mouth is” with Green Deal financing
20 Jan
EU “putting its money where its mouth is” with Green Deal financing
The €100 billion 'Just Transition Fund' to support European regions' transition away from fossil fuels has been cautiously welcomed by NGOs.
Brexit: UK’s Settled Status “not fit for purpose”
17 Jan
Brexit: UK’s Settled Status “not fit for purpose”
MEPs raise concern over UK’s failure to provide assurances on EU citizens’ rights.
European Banking Authority: “An egregious revolving doors case”
17 Jan
European Banking Authority: “An egregious revolving doors case”
The director of the EBA has been criticised by MEPs for moving to one of the most powerful finance lobby groups in Europe.
Movers and Shakers | 17 January 2020
17 Jan
Movers and Shakers | 17 January 2020
Conference on Future of Europe should not be ‘tokenistic rubber-stamping exercise’ say MEPs
15 Jan
Conference on Future of Europe should not be ‘tokenistic rubber-stamping exercise’ say MEPs
The conference is due to start on 9 May - Europe Day - and last up to two years. It seeks to address the measures deemed necessary to reform the EU.
Arab News led poll shows Arab world at a ‘major turning point Partner Content
14 Jan
Arab News led poll shows Arab world at a ‘major turning point
A ground-breaking Arab News-led poll shows reshaping of mosque and state is transforming the region. Andrew Boff looks at what is driving this change.
MEPs make impassioned plea for post-Brexit protection of citizens’ rights
14 Jan
MEPs make impassioned plea for post-Brexit protection of citizens’ rights
A plenary debate on the protection of citizens’ rights saw emotions run high and tempers fray.
Parliament’s political groups voice concern on UK ‘settled status’ for EU citizens
13 Jan
Parliament’s political groups voice concern on UK ‘settled status’ for EU citizens
MEPs will be asked this week to back a resolution on the issue.