Movers and Shakers | 20 May 2022
19 May 22
Movers and Shakers | 20 May 2022
Today’s Movers & Shakers is about: New Slovenian MEP, Commissioner Cabinet news, France’s new Prime Minister and more!
Rethinking the Orphan Regulation Partner Content
19 May 22
Rethinking the Orphan Regulation
Europe risks undercutting its best asset for treating millions of rare cancer sufferers, says Stéphane Lassignardie, VP for Region North & Oncology at AbbVie Europe.
Orphan Regulation: Time for a rethink? Partner Content
19 May 22
Orphan Regulation: Time for a rethink?
The upcoming review is an opportunity to not only accelerate the development of rare disease treatments, but also to provide equitable access for patients across Europe, says MEP Nicolás González Casares, S&D group shadow rapporteur on the EU’s Beating Cancer Plan report.
Bolstering defence policy in Ireland does not have to come at the expense of neutrality
18 May 22
Bolstering defence policy in Ireland does not have to come at the expense of neutrality
Ireland’s long-standing policy of being neutral does not have to mean being vulnerable. The country can take its defence much more seriously within the confines of neutrality, explains Seán Kelly
Ireland must reconsider its policy of military neutrality
17 May 22
Ireland must reconsider its policy of military neutrality
Ireland’s traditional policy of military neutrality seems outdated in a changing Europe. Here are five steps the country should take to strengthen its defence policy, argues Barry Andrews
Movers and Shakers | 13 May 2022
13 May 22
Movers and Shakers | 13 May 2022
Today’s Movers & Shakers is about: PEGA’s new Vice-Chair, DG ENV’s new Directors, Austria’s Ministers, and more!
Journalist Sally Hayden's new book documents the stories of African migrants at Europe’s borders
10 May 22
Journalist Sally Hayden's new book documents the stories of African migrants at Europe’s borders
Sally Hayden talks to The Parliament Magazine about her new book, My Fourth Time, We Drowned: Seeking Refuge on the World’s Deadliest Migration Route
Austrian neutrality does not mean disengaging from international affairs. Instead, it demands an intense involvement
09 May 22
Austrian neutrality does not mean disengaging from international affairs. Instead, it demands an intense involvement
Austria’s neutrality occupies a unique space: it mainly concerns military and security issues but still allows for the country to be heavily engaged in international affairs. Heinz Gärtner explains this policy of neutrality and how it could be a model for Ukraine
Movers and Shakers | 6 May 2022
06 May 22
Movers and Shakers | 6 May 2022
Today’s Movers & Shakers is about: Parliament updates, Commission news, and more!
The clock is ticking for digital skills for a digital Europe Partner Content
05 May 22
The clock is ticking for digital skills for a digital Europe
Launched at a joint event on 27 April co-organised by Huawei, ALL DIGITAL and EY, a new study maps Europe’s digital skills challenges and how to solve them
A year after they were sanctioned by China, these MEPs tell us how their lives have been impacted
02 May 22
A year after they were sanctioned by China, these MEPs tell us how their lives have been impacted
“It’s become almost a badge of honour.” Three MEPs sanctioned by China a year ago reflect on the surprising ways their new status has – and has not – made a difference in their professional and personal lives.
The European Parliament’s First Vice-President advocates for a united front against Russia
01 May 22
The European Parliament’s First Vice-President advocates for a united front against Russia
The war in Ukraine requires all EU institutions to work together to condemn, sanction and help, and to accelerate the implementation of decisions that had already been taken before the war, argues Othmar Karas
It’s time for a paradigm shift in Euro-Atlantic defence and security
01 May 22
It’s time for a paradigm shift in Euro-Atlantic defence and security
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has fundamentally changed the European security landscape. Now Europe’s approach to security must change too.
Movers and Shakers | 29 April 2022
28 Apr 22
Movers and Shakers | 29 April 2022
Today’s Movers & Shakers is about: Commission news, France and Slovenia’s Election results and more!
Europe's eastern neighbourhood is all shook up: Here's what Russia’s war in Ukraine could mean for these countries
28 Apr 22
Europe's eastern neighbourhood is all shook up: Here's what Russia’s war in Ukraine could mean for these countries
The continuation of the Russian war in Ukraine is likely to have long-term ramifications in the EU’s eastern neighbourhood, affecting migration patterns, economic output and security policy, explains Stanislav Secrieru.
Niels Fuglsang on how energy efficiency fuels a more secure world
27 Apr 22
Niels Fuglsang on how energy efficiency fuels a more secure world
Energy efficiency is an important way to save resources, lower energy bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Russia’s shocking invasion of Ukraine has, however, also made energy efficiency important in the context of energy security.
Finland is getting ready to join Nato: A look back its unique history and how we got here
26 Apr 22
Finland is getting ready to join Nato: A look back its unique history and how we got here
Russia’s unprovoked war against Ukraine has changed something substantial in Finland: the people are clamouring to join Nato, says Nils Torvalds
In times of high energy prices, it’s even more crucial to pursue the issue on decarbonisation in heating and transport
26 Apr 22
In times of high energy prices, it’s even more crucial to pursue the issue on decarbonisation in heating and transport
The war in Ukraine has shown us that we need to reduce our dependency on Russian fossil fuels. To do that, we need to continue to implement the ‘Fit for 55’ package and approve the new Emissions Trading System (ETS 2) for heating and transport, argues Peter Liese
Movers and Shakers | 22 April 2022
21 Apr 22
Movers and Shakers | 22 April 2022
Today’s Movers & Shakers is about: COVI and PEGA’s New Chairs and Vice-Chairs, Portugal’s Permanent Representation to the EU and Directorates-General and Services News and more!
How to amend the Artificial Intelligence Act to avoid the misuse of high-risk AI systems
21 Apr 22
How to amend the Artificial Intelligence Act to avoid the misuse of high-risk AI systems
When it comes to amending the Artificial Intelligence Act, practices endangering fundamental rights must be banned and high-risk applications should be strictly regulated, argues Marcel Kolaja
The best way to regulate artificial intelligence? The EU’s AI Act
20 Apr 22
The best way to regulate artificial intelligence? The EU’s AI Act
Maintaining the right balance between freedom and supervision, the AI Act will enhance the spread of an important new technology while ensuring its safety, argues Eva Maydell
Mariia's Diary: Life in Kyiv during the Russian invasion
14 Apr 22
Mariia's Diary: Life in Kyiv during the Russian invasion
Media analyst and social scientist Mariia Kriuchok, 28, lives with her partner Tymofii and cat in an apartment building Kyiv city center. She writes for The House / Parliament Magazine about life in the Ukrainian capital as Russia’s assault on her country continues.
The European Social Fund Plus helps Europeans stay afloat in times of crises
14 Apr 22
The European Social Fund Plus helps Europeans stay afloat in times of crises
It is crucial for our collective wellbeing that we build a Europe that is more just for its citizens, and the ESF+ can help with this now more than ever, argues David Casa

The EU must stand strong in the face of industry pressure to protect the world’s forests
12 Apr 22
The EU must stand strong in the face of industry pressure to protect the world’s forests
The EU is on the verge of making a once-in-a-generation move to tackle global deforestation. But industry forces are trying to derail it, writes Julia Christian.