Russia spies opportunity in warming Arctic
04 Jul Foreign & Security Policy

Russia spies opportunity in warming Arctic

As Arctic sea ice melts, Russia is racing to control new trade routes, extract untapped resources, and cement its military influence in a rapidly shifting region.
by Eloise Hardy
Five things to know about the EU's 2040 climate targets
03 Jul EU Institutions
Five things to know about the EU's 2040 climate targets
Folk art and Soviet-style purges: How Europe’s populists are hijacking arts and culture
02 Jul Member States
Folk art and Soviet-style purges: How Europe’s populists are hijacking arts and culture
The EU's defence push risks neglecting drone revolution
01 Jul Foreign & Security Policy
The EU's defence push risks neglecting drone revolution
Why Digital Innovation Must Be Part of the Climate Change Solution Partner Content
13 Jun
Why Digital Innovation Must Be Part of the Climate Change Solution
Climate change is the most pressing challenge that humanity faces. But can new technology help meet that challenge? That was the focus of discussions at a recent event that explored how digital innovation can be harnessed to deliver a more sustainable future for Europe.
REPORT: Conference on the Future of Europe. The citizens have spoken. Can the EU answer?
09 Jun
REPORT: Conference on the Future of Europe. The citizens have spoken. Can the EU answer?
Our new report from Dods EU Political Intelligence breaks down what happened and what's next
Celebrating 20 years of the Food Supplements Directive Partner Content
09 Jun
Celebrating 20 years of the Food Supplements Directive
Find out more about EHPM’s High-Level Event, taking place on Tuesday 14th of June in the European Parliament.
Movers and Shakers | 10 June 2022
08 Jun
Movers and Shakers | 10 June 2022
Today’s Movers and Shakers is about a new French MEP, Thierry Breton’s new cabinet member, Slovenia’s new government and more!
REACH revision: Better chemical safety for a Toxic-free environment Partner Content
08 Jun
REACH revision: Better chemical safety for a Toxic-free environment
Marking the 15th anniversary of the introduction of the EU's REACH Regulation on chemical safety, EU policy makers and experts warn the current regulation is falling short of protecting consumers from the harmful effects of chemicals.
Anna Júlia Donáth on the value of civil society, fighting back against Hungary’s “propaganda machine”, and the EU’s eastern neighbourhood
08 Jun
Anna Júlia Donáth on the value of civil society, fighting back against Hungary’s “propaganda machine”, and the EU’s eastern neighbourhood
MEP Anna Júlia Donáth talks to The Parliament Magazine about her upbringing in a family of prominent politicians, making the switch from grassroots activism to politics to effect change in Hungary, and her hopes for Europe and her home country.
Achieving social justice through financial inclusion Partner Content
06 Jun
Achieving social justice through financial inclusion
The revision of the Consumer Credit Directive is an opportunity to empower citizens by improving their access to finance.
From granting EU candidate status to the Associated Trio to implementing qualified majority voting, these are the next steps the EU must take to counter Russia
02 Jun
From granting EU candidate status to the Associated Trio to implementing qualified majority voting, these are the next steps the EU must take to counter Russia
Europe has changed significantly since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and there has been considerable consensus among EU countries on sanctions against Russia. But even more important is what happens next, argues Urmas Paet
With the war in Ukraine hindering Moldovan apple exports to Russia, farmers are eyeing a new market: the EU
01 Jun
With the war in Ukraine hindering Moldovan apple exports to Russia, farmers are eyeing a new market: the EU
The war in Ukraine has cut off a crucial trade route between Moldova and Russia. For Moldovan apple growers, who export a large portion of their harvest to Russia, now is the time to look westward for new markets, reports Mădălin Necșuțu.
H2 and heat pumps: a dynamic duo to RepowerEU Partner Content
01 Jun
H2 and heat pumps: a dynamic duo to RepowerEU
Bosch illustrate how their multi-technology approach is helping Europe achieve its climate goals.
Investment in smart waste management systems can make circularity a reality Partner Content
31 May
Investment in smart waste management systems can make circularity a reality
Petcore explain how EU industry leaders, policymakers and the public can come together to build a truly circular economy.
Why it’s essential for the EU to continue providing financial support to Moldova
31 May
Why it’s essential for the EU to continue providing financial support to Moldova
The effects of the Russian war in Ukraine, not least a massive influx of refugees, might bring Moldova – a country already struggling with the pandemic and a gas crisis – to its knees. The EU has begun providing macro-financial support and such efforts must continue, says Markéta Gregorová.
The status quo is not an option; if nothing changes, the Digital Decade connectivity targets will not be met Partner Content
31 May
The status quo is not an option; if nothing changes, the Digital Decade connectivity targets will not be met
TRIPS waiver will cost us decades of progress Partner Content
30 May
TRIPS waiver will cost us decades of progress
By removing patent protection, crucial incentives to develop new ground-breaking innovations will be lost.
From vision to reality - APEAL sets out six policy recommendations to keep steel packaging in the circular loop Partner Content
30 May
From vision to reality - APEAL sets out six policy recommendations to keep steel packaging in the circular loop
Movers and Shakers | 27 May 2022
26 May
Movers and Shakers | 27 May 2022
Today’s Movers & Shakers is about: French MEP leaves parliament, CONNECT’s new director, Hungary’s new government and more!
The Associated Trio deserve a clear and tangible path into the European family
25 May
The Associated Trio deserve a clear and tangible path into the European family
The Associated Trio of Moldova, Ukraine and Georgia are particularly important for the EU because the people of these countries are fighting for a democratic future, argues Dragoş Tudorache.
Issue 551 | May 2022
25 May
Issue 551 | May 2022
The May edition of The Parliament Magazine is now available to read online for free.
The EU needs a partnership for enlargement, not a two-tier Europe
25 May
The EU needs a partnership for enlargement, not a two-tier Europe
In response to recent membership applications from Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia, the EU must take concrete and tangible steps towards firmly anchoring the aspiring countries in the Union during the time when they cannot yet be full members, argues Piotr Buras.
The time to unlock the power of cancer screening is now Partner Content
25 May
The time to unlock the power of cancer screening is now
MEP Sara Cerdas and Emmanuel Chantelot, Vice President & Head of International Policy & Government Affairs at Bristol Myers Squibb, explain why its time for Europe's Beating Cancer Plan to deliver on its promises and improve cancer screening across Europe.
Illicit trade funding terrorism and wars Partner Content
25 May
Illicit trade funding terrorism and wars
We report on how criminal and organised crime groups are using illicit trade to fund their activities and how the EU is trying to stop them
Monthly Shake-up | 30 May 2022
24 May
Monthly Shake-up | 30 May 2022
This month’s shake-up includes the departure of a Slovenian MEP, a Greek MEP changes political groups and INGE 2’s Bureau, and more.
Denmark must vote to overturn its defence reservation on 1 June
24 May
Denmark must vote to overturn its defence reservation on 1 June
Now, more than ever, it’s important that Denmark fully joins forces with the rest of Europe. Søren Gade urges all Danish citizens to vote yes to the upcoming chance to overturn the Danish opt-out from EU defence policy on 1 June 2022
European diversity: the strength of our union Partner Content
23 May
European diversity: the strength of our union
As part of our ongoing series 'A Europe of Equals', European Commissioner for Equality Helena Dalli argues that building a Union of equality requires recognising people face discrimination