What's the EU's role in the space race?
11 Oct 23 Foreign & Security Policy
What's the EU's role in the space race?
"The EU still has the potential to catch up," says MEP Niklas Nienass
Is nuclear technology the next space frontier?
09 Oct 23 Foreign & Security Policy
Is nuclear technology the next space frontier?
Our generation’s space race is well under way, driven not only by the spirit of exploration, but also the desire to dominate in a new theatre of war
Driving the twin transition: Europe’s automotive aftermarket counts on the EU to deliver on new digital and greener mobility solutions now Partner Content
09 Oct 23 Technology
Driving the twin transition: Europe’s automotive aftermarket counts on the EU to deliver on new digital and greener mobility solutions now
Two important pieces of the puzzle are missing to bring Europe's twin transition to a successful completion for the automotive sector but there remains potential for these pieces to be completed ahead of the 2024 European elections.
The art of central banking: Belgium's National Bank opens new exhibit
28 Sep 23
The art of central banking: Belgium's National Bank opens new exhibit
A participatory art project is serving up a new take on the private art collection of the National Bank of Belgium
From an oil and gas company to the climate portfolio: Who is Wopke Hoekstra?
27 Sep 23 EU Institutions
From an oil and gas company to the climate portfolio: Who is Wopke Hoekstra?
The EU’s climate czar, Frans Timmermans, decided to swap Brussels for The Hague. He was replaced by Wopke Hoekstra
Bikes, bamboo and biodiversity: An eco adventure in the Andes
26 Sep 23 Energy & Environment
Bikes, bamboo and biodiversity: An eco adventure in the Andes
Author Kate Rawles cycled the length of the Andes on a bamboo bike to raise awareness about the loss of biodiversity. Her book charting her eco adventure is part travelogue, part call to arms – and completely inspiring
Is technology our friend or our foe? 'Power and Progress' dives in
22 Sep 23 Technology
Is technology our friend or our foe? 'Power and Progress' dives in
The book provides a timely look at how technology can either enrich a narrow elite or become the foundation for widespread prosperity
The digital euro: A matter of when, not if
21 Sep 23 Technology
The digital euro: A matter of when, not if
“The digital euro would make the EU more competitive on a global scale”
The digital euro: A project best left on ice
21 Sep 23 Technology
The digital euro: A project best left on ice
"It is a solution looking for a problem, and one that will only confuse consumers and the already vulnerable financial markets"
Signature dish: Alin Mituța's grilled aubergine salad
20 Sep 23
Signature dish: Alin Mituța's grilled aubergine salad
Alin Mituța (RENEW Group, RO) shares his recipe for a grilled aubergine salad, the perfect summer dish
5 questions with… Marc Angel
18 Sep 23 EU Institutions
5 questions with… Marc Angel
Get to know Marc Angel, a Luxembourgish MEP from the S&D party and a Vice-President of the European Parliament
EU AMA: What are the EU trilogues?
18 Sep 23 EU Institutions
EU AMA: What are the EU trilogues?
In Ask Me Anything, we tackle questions about the European Union that intrigue and perplex. This month, Linda A. Thompson finds out what happens in the trilogue meetings
Europe's patients are counting on us. Together we can live up to their expectations Partner Content
14 Sep 23
Europe's patients are counting on us. Together we can live up to their expectations
“It’s only by working together that we will secure access to a variety of treatment options and support patients.”
We Have to Reimagine the Concept of Disinformation, and Fast
13 Sep 23 Energy & Environment
We Have to Reimagine the Concept of Disinformation, and Fast
As a resident of Ukraine, I am acutely aware that there is no going back to a “pre-disinformation” time
5 events celebrating Spanish culture in Belgium
13 Sep 23
5 events celebrating Spanish culture in Belgium
Spain's presidency of the Council of the EU brings with it events celebrating Spanish culture all over Belgium. We've rounded up some highlights
Saline solutions: As Europe's sea levels rise, farmers adapt
08 Sep 23 Energy & Environment
Saline solutions: As Europe's sea levels rise, farmers adapt
As climate change and rising sea levels make Europe’s farmland increasingly salty and barren, can saline agriculture offer growers a way forward?
Looking out for the little guy: Why we need a competitive EU pharmaceutical framework for small and mid-sized companies Partner Content
06 Sep 23
Looking out for the little guy: Why we need a competitive EU pharmaceutical framework for small and mid-sized companies
The EU must provide enough and predictable incentives to encourage innovation and reward investments in the European Pharmaceutical market.
Is the EU’s consultation process broken?
05 Sep 23 EU Institutions
Is the EU’s consultation process broken?
The challenge is on to improve public participation in EU lawmaking
Brussels Gallery Weekend kicks off the new cultural season
05 Sep 23
Brussels Gallery Weekend kicks off the new cultural season
This year’s Brussels Gallery Weekend, starting September 7, will be packed with contemporary delights
The key role of corrugated cardboard in delivering a stronger circular economy Partner Content
31 Aug 23 Energy & Environment
The key role of corrugated cardboard in delivering a stronger circular economy
The corrugated cardboard industry remains highly committed to achieving the objectives of the PPWR. We sit down with Saverio Mayer, CEO Europe Smurfit Kappa and VP of Fefco, to discuss the proposed changes - and why recycling and reuse must be seen as complementary
The Parliament Magazine's September Issue
30 Aug 23 EU Institutions
The Parliament Magazine's September Issue
The September issue of The Parliament is now available to read online.
Are European ports heading towards a green transition?
28 Aug 23 Energy & Environment
Are European ports heading towards a green transition?
The European Commission should be daring enough to push Europe’s ports into the green future
Back to school: 5 dossiers to watch out for this autumn
28 Aug 23 EU Institutions
Back to school: 5 dossiers to watch out for this autumn
From the economy to migration, let alone climate and enlargement, the clock is ticking for the EU to seal a deal on several contentious files before the European elections in June 2024
Pacific island states are crucial for the EU’s maritime security
03 Aug 23 Energy & Environment
Pacific island states are crucial for the EU’s maritime security
If a full-on conflict between the US and China breaks out in the Indo-Pacific region, the EU will be unable to remain on the sidelines