18 Jan 21
EU leaders and MEPs condemn Alexei Navalny arrest in Russia
The Russian opposition leader, who survived a Novichok poisoning attempt in August, was detained by Russian authorities on his return to Russia on Sunday.
15 Jan 21
Europe can become an innovative space technology hub, says Thierry Breton
But EU also faces ‘enormous challenges’ and risks losing ground in the space sector, warns internal market commissioner.
14 Jan 21
MEPs pay tribute to Marielle de Sarnez
De Sarnez, who was an MEP from 1999 until 2017, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 69.
14 Jan 21
Donald Trump impeached for a second time
Trump has been impeached for inciting the deadly insurrection at the US Capitol, making him the only president in US history who has been impeached twice.
13 Jan 21
EU chief Coronavirus vaccine coordinator allays concerns over perceived slow rollout
Sandra Gallina, who is leading the vaccine negotiations for the EU, told MEPs, “we have the vaccines, they are coming.”
12 Jan 21
MEP takes aim at UK’s Coronavirus vaccination policy; says it will ‘come at a price’
The UK is seen as having stolen a march on the rest of Europe by vaccinating tens of thousands of citizens after approving two types of vaccine.
12 Jan 21
MEPs ‘regret’ being unable to scrutinise Brexit deal before it came into force
Monday’s debate by members of Parliament’s trade committee was the first time MEPs have discussed the EU-UK trade and partnership agreement since its announcement on Christmas Eve.
11 Jan 21
Commission must provide transparency on talks with vaccine manufacturers
European Parliament Vice-President Nicola Beer says the executive must give MEPs “precise answers” to avoid damage to the reputation of the EU and its institutions.
08 Jan 21
EU orders further 200 million COVID-19 vaccines
Ursula von der Leyen says there are now 2.3 billion vaccine doses on order from six different pharma companies.
08 Jan 21
MEPs call on EU to provide ‘lifeboat policy’ for persecuted Hong Kong dissidents
Demand follows arrest of prominent pro-democracy advocates by China.
08 Jan 21
European Commission denies Germany breaking ranks on COVID-19 vaccines buying strategy
Denial follows criticism that EU has been slow to roll out vaccines.
07 Jan 21
European Commission defends Coronavirus vaccine strategy following fierce criticism that vaccination roll out has been too slow
While UK has rolled out its second vaccine, many EU member states only just beginning vaccination programmes.
07 Jan 21
MEPs shocked by violent events in Washington DC; congratulate Joe Biden on confirmation of election victory
US Capitol Hill rioting a warning of the dangers of populism, conspiracy theories and the platforms that spread them, says senior MEP.
07 Jan 21
EU reacts to pro-trump mob’s storming of US Capitol
MEPs lay blame for violent overnight scenes in Washington at President Donald Trump’s feet.
05 Jan 21
Manfred Weber blasts Viktor Orbán over nationalist-populist approach and culture war
The controversial Hungarian Prime Minister has been accused by the EPP group leader of wanting to "destroy" the EU in a scathing interview.
05 Jan 21
Erasmus: A missed opportunity for the UK's young people
Boris Johnson’s decision to withdraw the UK from the EU’s flagship student exchange programme will have damaging effects on Britain's youth, argues Hywel Ceri Jones.
31 Dec 20
A modern approach to Europe’s farming must make the most of the available technologies, argues Clara Aguilera
Reformed CAP and European Green Deal, must be aligned to help EU achieve new, more sustainable agriculture and livestock farming, says Spanish deputy.
31 Dec 20
Can Europe deliver a Farm to fork future?
The EU’s Farm to Fork strategy is an ambitious one - as it needs to be - but its effective implementation will require much work and planning, writes Herbert Dorfmann.
30 Dec 20
EU outlines adjustment fund for sectors potentially impacted by Brexit
Reserve will have an overall budget of €5bn and support businesses and workers worst affected by the UK leaving the EU.
30 Dec 20
EU Member States and European Parliament provisionally approve Brexit deal
New agreement was given green light at separate meetings of EU ambassadors and group leaders of the European parliament earlier this week.
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30 Dec 20
Boosting the EU's economy through aligning R&I policies
Aligning R&I policies can boost Europe’s economy, explains Huawei's Dave Harmon.
29 Dec 20
5 Questions with... Vlad Gheorghe
Vlad Gheorghe (RO, RE) is a member of the European Parliament’s Budgets Committee.
29 Dec 20
Europe’s success in the space sector is huge, but is too often overlooked, explains Massimiliano Salini
It's now time to provide EU Space Policy with the booster rockets it deserves, argues Italian Sky and Space Intergroup deputy.
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28 Dec 20
How can the EU better develop its research, education and innovation ‘knowledge triangle’?
Locating research centres next to universities can help ensure that investment in research is translated into business opportunities, reports Martin Banks.