Europe’s Russian LNG ban has a shipping loophole
10 Feb Foreign & Security Policy

Europe’s Russian LNG ban has a shipping loophole

Specialized LNG tankers that cut through meters of Arctic ice are keeping Russia’s gas exports afloat. With an EU ban looming, there's still no plan for the European-owned ships that make it all possible — raising fears they could be rerouted or end up in Russian hands.
by Peder Schaefer
The new EU budget is less ambitious than it looks
09 Feb EU Institutions
The new EU budget is less ambitious than it looks
Q&A: What does the end of nuclear arms control mean for Europe?
06 Feb EU Institutions
Q&A: What does the end of nuclear arms control mean for Europe?
At Europe’s borders, AI is testing the limits of EU rights
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At Europe’s borders, AI is testing the limits of EU rights
01 Dec 17
Cristian Bușoi: Personalised medicine key to treating serious health conditions
Romanian MEP Cristian Bușoi told a conference that personalised medicine has become the “dominant therapy” for treating cancer and other serious health conditions.
01 Dec 17
Brexit: Fears over environmental and health standards in UK
Irish MEP Mairead McGuinness says the decision of the UK to leave the EU could have a “significant impact” on environmental protection, public health and food safety.
29 Nov 17
To fight in-work poverty, EU needs long-term investments
A stronger welfare state is the key to fighting precarious employment, says Neoklis Sylikiotis.
29 Nov 17
Posting of workers: Protecting against protectionism
Mobility needs to be based on clear rules which protect workers’ rights, says Martina Dlabajová.
29 Nov 17
Commission's social security proposals could provide quality EU mobility
New Commission proposals on social security could improve mobility in Europe, says Guillaume Balas.
29 Nov 17
Impact of Brexit on the EU industry producing household appliances
This position paper seeks to provide an analysis of the key aspects of Brexit that will impact on household appliance manufacturers in Europe. It reflects on the complexity of the current legislative framework regulating our sector, its continuous change and finally, identifies our sector's priorities based on aggregated results of data collection CECED has made among its members.
29 Nov 17
EU-Africa relations: A renewed partnership with Africa
A Parliament Magazine special supplement marking the 5th African Union-European Union Summit, 29-30 November 2017, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
28 Nov 17
Jo Leinen: German crisis 'poisonous for Europe'
Germany’s failure to form a new government after the recent elections is “poisonous for Europe”, says Jo Leinen.
28 Nov 17
EU renews Glyphosate licence for five more years
Member states break deadlock over controversial weedkiller's continued use
 
27 Nov 17
Tajani calls for €40bn 'Marshall Plan for Africa'
European Parliament President Antonio Tajani has called for a €40bn ‘Marshall Plan for Africa’ to help secure a better future for the troubled continent.
27 Nov 17
High-level conference calls on EU to make Africa a priority
The closing session of Parliament’s high-level conference on EU-Africa relations summed up key issues that need to be addressed in the upcoming EU-AU summit in the Ivory Coast this week, including corruption, education and jobs.
27 Nov 17
EU-Africa: Crucial time in history of continents' relations
A high-level conference hosted by the European Parliament has highlighted the need to improve EU-Africa relations.
27 Nov 17
Strong EU support for business in Africa
To stem African migration, Brussels has fashioned an ambitious investment strategy that relies substantially on the European private sector, writes Giles Merritt.
27 Nov 17
EU-Africa strategy requires real commitment at political and business level
Let’s join efforts to accelerate Africa’s transformation, writes Emma Marcegaglia.
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Let’s move on from today’s dystopian tone
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24 Nov 17
Rare diseases: EU can do much more
The EU and UN are best placed to help conduct research and spread awareness on rare diseases, says Marek Plura.
24 Nov 17
Juggling care and daily life: the rare disease challenge
It is important to shed more light on the social impact of rare diseases, writes Françoise Grossetête.
24 Nov 17
UK cities will be unable to host European Capital of Culture after Brexit
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24 Nov 17
EDA annual conference highlights importance of cyber defence
European Defence Agency chief executive Jorge Domecq has called for better cooperation in the fight against cyber warfare.
24 Nov 17
Eastern Partnership summit kicks off in Brussels
UK Prime Minister Theresa May has set out her commitment for Britain to continue to play a critical role in European security after the UK leaves the EU.
23 Nov 17
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Food tourism, tennis and eCommerce.
23 Nov 17
Guardians of the wild: The reality of wildlife conservation on the ground
Emma Stokes tells us about the dangers from poachers, how demand for ivory and bushmeat is threatening species, and the effectiveness of EU policy on the ground.
23 Nov 17
Now is the time for an EU-wide ivory ban
We need action across all 28 member states to stop the current purge on elephants, writes Catherine Bearder.
22 Nov 17
Risk-preparedness: The quest for a more resilient EU energy sector
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