Why a contentious EU trade deal with South America could benefit European farmers   
26 Jan 24 EU Institutions
Why a contentious EU trade deal with South America could benefit European farmers   
From France to Romania, European farmers are taking to the streets over competition, taxes, climate regulations and red tape. One major sticking point is the EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement.
These three regions share the title European Capital of Culture 2024
25 Jan 24
These three regions share the title European Capital of Culture 2024
Here is what Tartu and southern Estonia, the Norwegian town of Bodø, and Austria’s Salzkammergut have planned for the coming year
Kitchen diplomacy: how governments use food as a soft power
24 Jan 24 Foreign & Security Policy
Kitchen diplomacy: how governments use food as a soft power
When it comes to promoting their image to the world, many nations have found the best way to win hearts and minds is through the stomach
Orbán doubles down on anti-EU rhetoric following latest slap on the wrist
23 Jan 24 EU Institutions
Orbán doubles down on anti-EU rhetoric following latest slap on the wrist
The Hungarian government was undeterred by a European Parliament resolution that condemned its antidemocratic policies and questioned whether it should lose its EU voting rights.
From policy to plate: advocating for better plant-based food in the European Parliament
23 Jan 24 EU Institutions
From policy to plate: advocating for better plant-based food in the European Parliament
In the European Parliament, the contracted food providers seem ill-equipped to meet the challenge and demand for well-prepared and nutritionally complete plant-based food, argues MEP Francisco Guerreiro.
Hydropower in Albania: vanishing rivers strangle rural life
22 Jan 24
Hydropower in Albania: vanishing rivers strangle rural life
Hydroelectricity was meant to be part of the environmental solution. But in Albania, EU-funded hydroplants have created new challenges, Arlis Alikaj and The Parliament staff report
High steaks: how cultivated meat could transform our food systems
19 Jan 24 Economics
High steaks: how cultivated meat could transform our food systems
Cultivated meat offers people the taste they enjoy without the need to slaughter animals. But does the EU see this lab-grown alternative as a mouthwatering prospect? Sarah Schug reports
Hot temperatures, few safeguards: wildfires could rekindle in Greece
18 Jan 24 Energy & Environment
Hot temperatures, few safeguards: wildfires could rekindle in Greece
When Greece was hit by hundreds of wildfires last summer, the EU carried out its biggest ever firefighting operation. With temperatures rising and fire prevention measures remaining scarce, hopes aren’t high for this year, reports Julia Kaiser
The Nature Restoration Law: a vote on our livelihood
17 Jan 24 EU Institutions
The Nature Restoration Law: a vote on our livelihood
“Biodiversity is our survival insurance. Without intact ecosystems, there will be no drinking water, no clean air, no fertile soils", warns MEP Jutta Paulus
Can Ukraine help green the EU’s farming sector?
16 Jan 24 Energy & Environment
Can Ukraine help green the EU’s farming sector?
Experts say Ukraine has the potential to herald a new era of agricultural sustainability if it joins the European Union
What does it take to foster balanced diets in Europe? Partner Content
16 Jan 24 Energy & Environment
What does it take to foster balanced diets in Europe?
As the soft drink sector, we are determined to continue doing our part to drive meaningful change for consumers
The Parliament Magazine's January Issue
15 Jan 24 EU Institutions
The Parliament Magazine's January Issue
The January issue of The Parliament is now available to read online. This month's policy focus: Food
Donald Tusk has taken office, but is the EU the real winner of Poland’s election?
15 Jan 24 EU Institutions
Donald Tusk has taken office, but is the EU the real winner of Poland’s election?
After eight years in power, Poland’s right-wing populist government has been ousted and Donald Tusk, a pro-European integration prime minister, stepped in. The outcome has wider significance across the Continent
Strength through diversity is Europe’s best hope
11 Jan 24
Strength through diversity is Europe’s best hope
What is strength through diversity? What does achieving this entail? You might laugh, but swimming provides us with some useful clues.
Engelbert Dollfuss: how curators dismantle a controversial museum in Austria
04 Jan 24
Engelbert Dollfuss: how curators dismantle a controversial museum in Austria
Engelbert Dollfuss ruled Austria in the 1930s, modelling his regime on Mussolini's principles. Valeriya Safronova discovers how a controversial museum in his honour is entering its next phase
In Lithuania, national parks protect biodiversity and cultural heritage alike
02 Jan 24
In Lithuania, national parks protect biodiversity and cultural heritage alike
Over the 30 years since Lithuania declared independence from the Soviet Union, the country’s national parks have driven tourism, encouraged conservation and become symbolic of its sovereignty
Iceland’s Christmas book flood
15 Dec 23
Iceland’s Christmas book flood
Jólabókaflóð is a much-loved festive tradition and the backbone of Iceland’s publishing sector
Signature dish: Markus Ferber's snowflake biscuits
14 Dec 23 EU Institutions
Signature dish: Markus Ferber's snowflake biscuits
German MEP Markus Ferber shares his favourite recipe for the Christmas season
Medicines in Europe: We must address affordability and availability
13 Dec 23
Medicines in Europe: We must address affordability and availability
The EU market for medicines remains fragmented. Member States don't have the same access to sometimes life-saving medicines. This model is not sustainable, argues MEP Alex Agius Saliba.
The art of wellbeing: How Europe is using culture for its health benefits
12 Dec 23
The art of wellbeing: How Europe is using culture for its health benefits
Programmes using art for its health benefits are popping up all over Europe. The trend even has the support of the European institutions and the World Health Organisation
Antimicrobial resistance is the next global health challenge
08 Dec 23
Antimicrobial resistance is the next global health challenge
“The sooner we act, the more damage we can prevent in the future”, says MEP Nicu Stefanuta
On the ground in Moldova: how the country fights tuberculosis
07 Dec 23 EU Institutions
On the ground in Moldova: how the country fights tuberculosis
The country continues to grapple with high tuberculosis rates, but joining the EU could help fight the disease, reports Julia Kaiser from Moldova, where she travelled with The Global Fund
Mental health in Europe: it is time for a strategy
05 Dec 23 EU Institutions
Mental health in Europe: it is time for a strategy
In June, the Commission launched a Mental Health Communication. While this step is an admirable advancement, there is room for improvement, argues Dr. Alessandro Gallina from the European Public Health Alliance
Empowering diverse voices: a pledge for inclusive choices
01 Dec 23
Empowering diverse voices: a pledge for inclusive choices
The Brussels Binder, a database of female experts, seeks to relegate male-only panels to history