Evin Incir: Enough is Enough
06 Jul Justice

Evin Incir: Enough is Enough

The death of George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter protests have thrust racism back into the spotlight. Evin Incir tells Lorna Hutchinson that it’s time for policymakers to move from words to action and make full use of the momentum behind this crucial rights issue
by Lorna Hutchinson
New challenges, old threats
09 Jul Security & Defence
New challenges, old threats
David McAllister interview: Galvanising Europe on the world stage
02 Jun International & Trade
David McAllister interview: Galvanising Europe on the world stage
Ahmed Rahhou: Friends and Allies
05 May International & Trade
Ahmed Rahhou: Friends and Allies
5 Questions with... Henna Virkkunen
06 Jul EU Institutions
5 Questions with... Henna Virkkunen
Henna Virkkunen (FI, EPP) is a member of Parliament’s Industry, Research and Energy Committee
5 Questions with... Dragoș Pîslaru
30 Jun EU Institutions
5 Questions with... Dragoș Pîslaru
Dragoș Pîslaru (RO, RE) is a member of Parliament’s EMPL committee
Chrysoula Zacharopoulou interview: Célébrer la diversité
22 Jun International & Trade
Chrysoula Zacharopoulou interview: Célébrer la diversité
Tout être humain a le droit de vivre dans la dignité et de s’épanouir, indépendamment de sa couleur de peau, de son genre, de son handicap, de son appartenance ethnique ou de son orientation sexuelle. Chrysoula Zacharopoulou défend auprès de Lorna Hutchinson la nécessité de porter ces valeurs européennes fondatrices.
In conversation with... Jacob Hansen In Conversation With…
18 Jun Agriculture & Food
In conversation with... Jacob Hansen
With half of global food production down to the use of mineral fertilizers, the sector plays a vital role in providing Europe with affordable and nutritious food. We clearly cannot survive without mineral fertilizers and so need to make sure this resource is used better, says Jacob Hansen, Director General of Fertilizers Europe.
Chrysoula Zacharopoulou interview: Celebrating diversity
17 Jun International & Trade
Chrysoula Zacharopoulou interview: Celebrating diversity
Regardless of skin colour, gender, disability, ethnicity or sexual orientation, every human being has the right to live with dignity and opportunities. Chrysoula Zacharopoulou tells Lorna Hutchinson that we must commit to defending these founding European values.
5 Questions with... Tonino Picula
11 Jun
5 Questions with... Tonino Picula
Tonino Picula (HR, S&D) is a member of Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee
5 Questions with... Romana Tomc
22 May
5 Questions with... Romana Tomc
Romana Tomc (SL, EPP) is a member of Parliament’s EMPL committee.
Virginijus Sinkevičius: Enhancing ecosystems is key to a more resilient economy and society
19 May Energy & Climate
Virginijus Sinkevičius: Enhancing ecosystems is key to a more resilient economy and society
European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries Virginijus Sinkevičius explains why it's no coincidence that the EU's new Biodiversity Strategy will be adopted at the same time as the Farm to Fork Strategy, as the two are inextricably linked.
David Sassoli Interview: European Parliament's key role in shaping EU's Coronavirus response
04 May Industry & Finance
David Sassoli Interview: European Parliament's key role in shaping EU's Coronavirus response
With the European Union arguably facing its biggest crisis, European Parliament President David Sassoli tells Lorna Hutchinson that platitudes about solidarity are not enough; the EU will only prove its worth to citizens by acting in unison.
Assita Kanko: Delivering value through action
20 Apr International & Trade
Assita Kanko: Delivering value through action
Europe can emerge from the Coronavirus crisis a stronger, wiser and more unified force, having learned several crucial lessons, Assita Kanko tells Lorna Hutchinson.
5 Questions with... Atidzhe Alieva-Veli
23 Mar
5 Questions with... Atidzhe Alieva-Veli
Atidzhe Alieva-Veli (BG, RE) is a vice-chair of Parliament’s delegation to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.
In conversation with... Jan-Philipp Beck In Conversation With…
20 Mar Industry & Finance
In conversation with... Jan-Philipp Beck
We are working to strengthen health innovation in Europe and to create an environment where fresh thinking in healthcare can thrive, says Jan-Philipp Beck, CEO of EIT Health.
Alice Kuhnke: Battling for equality
19 Mar Justice
Alice Kuhnke: Battling for equality
Former Swedish TV personality and one of the few black deputies in parliament, Alice Kuhnke, tells Rajnish Singh that she wants the EU to do more to tackle violence against women, racism and to show solidarity with Greece in finding a solution to the refugee crisis.
In conversation with... Solange Peters In Conversation With…
18 Mar Health
In conversation with... Solange Peters
Europe must combine the resources of all cancer stakeholders as part of its comprehensive strategy to beat cancer, says Solange Peters, President of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
In conversation with... Florian Pappenberger In Conversation With…
17 Mar Tech & Research
In conversation with... Florian Pappenberger
The relationship between weather forecasting and flood prediction is set to become stronger as both activities increasingly rely on an Earth system approach, says Florian Pappenberger, Director of Forecasts at the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF).
5 Questions with... Monica Semedo
09 Mar
5 Questions with... Monica Semedo
Monica Semedo (LU, RE) is a member of the Employment and Social Affairs committee.
Star-struck Parliament
06 Mar Justice
Star-struck Parliament
Soul legend Mary Wilson speaks to Rajnish Singh, describing what it was like taking on The Beatles, a star in segregated America and how she is still inspiring positive change today.
Evelyn Regner: 21st Century Woman
05 Mar Justice
Evelyn Regner: 21st Century Woman
While the fight for gender equality is far from over, women are making strides in advancing their rights, gaining an ever-louder voice across the world. Evelyn Regner, Chair of Parliament’s FEMM Committee tells Lorna Hutchinson that despite resistance from male-dominated power structures, this will be the Century of Women.
Ali Bongo Ondimba: Shared challenges
05 Mar Industry & Finance
Ali Bongo Ondimba: Shared challenges
Attracting international acclaim for his investments in environmental protection, Ali Bongo Ondimba is regarded as one of Central Africa’s most reforming leaders. In an exclusive interview, the Gabonese President explains to Marie Hourtoule why he is so strongly committed to the continent’s peace and development.
In conversation with... Massimo Mercati In Conversation With…
04 Mar Health
In conversation with... Massimo Mercati
Aboca was founded 40 years ago in Sansepolcro, Italy, with a unique mission: finding health solutions in nature that respect both the human body and the environment, explains Aboca CEO Massimo Mercati.
In conversation with... Jean-Noël Thépaut In Conversation With…
04 Mar Tech & Research
In conversation with... Jean-Noël Thépaut
The Green Deal is a necessary policy response to face our climate and environmental challenges in Europe and we — ECMWF and Copernicus — are going to support its implementation, says Jean-Noël Thépaut, Director of the Copernicus Climate Change and Atmosphere Monitoring Services.
Clara Aguilera: Rural defender
17 Feb Agriculture & Food
Clara Aguilera: Rural defender
As the EU fights climate change, farmers are often blamed for the environmental effects of their activities. Clara Aguilera explains that instead of making cuts to the CAP budget, the EU must provide more support to farmers or risk seeing most of Europe’s agricultural areas dwindle in the coming decades.
In conversation with... Sophie Batas In Conversation With…
12 Feb Tech & Research
In conversation with... Sophie Batas
Huawei and Europe have achieved huge success working together for the past 20 years, 5G will take this even further, says Huawei’s Director for Cybersecurity and Privacy, Sophie Batas.
In conversation with... Johanna Friedl-Naderer In Conversation With…
11 Feb Tech & Research
In conversation with... Johanna Friedl-Naderer
Innovative treatments and genetic testing can write a new chapter in the history of rare diseases. Together, we can make a difference and improve patients’ lives, explains Biogen’s President, Europe & Canada, Johanna Friedl-Naderer.