Georgia on my mind
30 Jun
Georgia on my mind
Georgia is an oasis of democracy, peace and prosperity in an otherwise complex and conflict ridden region. The EU must remain firmly committed to its policy of supporting Georgia’s territorial integrity and sovereignty, writes Marina Kaljurand
Parliament hopes to resume plenary sessions in Strasbourg in September
29 Jun
Parliament hopes to resume plenary sessions in Strasbourg in September
Parliament cancelled all plenary sessions in the French city due to the spread of the Coronavirus - the last parliamentary session held there was in February.
Intensified Brexit talks kick off with first face-to-face meetings since COVID-19 outbreak
29 Jun
Intensified Brexit talks kick off with first face-to-face meetings since COVID-19 outbreak
It is hoped that the resumption of “physical” negotiations, as opposed to conference calls, will facilitate a speeding up of the deadlocked discussions.
German EU presidency urged to ‘show an interest’ in bloc at time of unprecedented challenges
26 Jun
German EU presidency urged to ‘show an interest’ in bloc at time of unprecedented challenges
Germany takes over the rotating presidency from Croatia on 1 July, against a backdrop of crises, including the Coronavirus pandemic, Brexit and the still-unapproved long-term EU budget.
Conference on Future of Europe is chance to achieve ‘more democratic, legitimate and effective Union’
25 Jun
Conference on Future of Europe is chance to achieve ‘more democratic, legitimate and effective Union’
Senior MEP Danuta Hübner was speaking after MEPs adopted a resolution calling for the much-delayed conference to start as soon as possible.
EU responded ‘poorly’ to Coronavirus crisis, survey shows
25 Jun
EU responded ‘poorly’ to Coronavirus crisis, survey shows
The poll says that “majorities in all countries” complained that the EU “did not rise to the challenge” - this includes 63 percent in Italy and 61 percent in France, two of the worst-hit countries.
Eastern Partnership in review
25 Jun
Eastern Partnership in review
The initiative has brought concrete benefits for both the EU and its eastern neighbourhood, and engagement with the six partner countries remains a key priority, writes Neighbourhood and Enlargement Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi.
Could a successful Eastern Partnership encourage Russia to reform?
25 Jun
Could a successful Eastern Partnership encourage Russia to reform?
We need some courageous EU policymaking to ensure our Eastern partners can become free, united and democratic, argues Witold Jan Waszczykowski.
European Commission says GDPR has met ‘most of its objectives’
24 Jun
European Commission says GDPR has met ‘most of its objectives’
The verdict comes on the second anniversary of the landmark General Data Protection Regulation, the flagship EU law designed to protect personal data.
Europol voices concern over ‘worrying’ rise in violence and propaganda by right-wing extremists
24 Jun
Europol voices concern over ‘worrying’ rise in violence and propaganda by right-wing extremists
The warning comes in a report by the EU agency which was presented to members of Parliament’s Civil Liberties Committee on Tuesday.
Parliament praised for decision to set up special committee on cancer
24 Jun
Parliament praised for decision to set up special committee on cancer
The committee is tasked with identifying legislation and other measures that can help prevent and fight cancer, as well as examining ways to support further research into the disease.
The key role LNG can play in Europe's energy transition
24 Jun
The key role LNG can play in Europe's energy transition
Liquefied Natural Gas can be an enabler for a sustainable and swift transition to a climate-neutral Europe, argues Zdzisław Krasnodebski.
How Europe can power its green recovery
24 Jun
How Europe can power its green recovery
The energy sector has weathered the Coronavirus crisis well, but more needs to be done to prepare for the demands of the future, writes Kadri Simson.
Can the Recovery Plan be a green stepping stone to a more sustainable future?
24 Jun
Can the Recovery Plan be a green stepping stone to a more sustainable future?
The vast amounts of money that need to be invested immediately to get the economy back on track should be as green as possible and, at the same time, ensure job creation, argues Morten Petersen.
EU leaders accused of ‘failing to act’ to combat institutional and structural racism
23 Jun
EU leaders accused of ‘failing to act’ to combat institutional and structural racism
The condemnation, from a leading NGO, comes in the wake of an official complaint by black MEP Pierrette Herzberger-Fofana who said she had been a victim of alleged police violence by officers in Brussels.
Danger behind closed doors
23 Jun
Danger behind closed doors
Domestic abuse call lines have been inundated during lockdown. It’s time to eradicate violence in our communities once and for all, argues Frances Fitzgerald.
Putting EU development policy back on the map
23 Jun
Putting EU development policy back on the map
Everyone involved in development and humanitarian aid policies will benefit from better coordination and stronger EU leadership, writes Tomas Tobé.
Dominic Cummings “is calling the shots” in the British government, says senior MEP
22 Jun
Dominic Cummings “is calling the shots” in the British government, says senior MEP
The controversial political strategist has served as chief adviser to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson since July 2019.
GDPR in review
22 Jun
GDPR in review
The privacy law has cemented the role of the EU as the world leader on data protection, but there are still enforcement challenges that need to be overcome, explains Jeroen Lenaers.
Boris Johnson told to follow up on his demand to ‘put a tiger in the tank' of stalled Brexit talks
19 Jun
Boris Johnson told to follow up on his demand to ‘put a tiger in the tank' of stalled Brexit talks
European Parliament’s UK Coordination Group deputies warn ‘level playing field’ is an EU red line issue.
EU leaders mustn’t backtrack on Recovery Package, warns David Sassoli
19 Jun
EU leaders mustn’t backtrack on Recovery Package, warns David Sassoli
There can be ‘no going back’ from level of ambition expressed in the Commission package, says European Parliament President.
‘Legendary British pragmatism’ will secure trade deal with EU by year end, says senior MEP
18 Jun
‘Legendary British pragmatism’ will secure trade deal with EU by year end, says senior MEP
The co-author of a parliamentary report on Brexit said this is still the likely scenario despite “four years of drama and the UK painfully coming to grips” with its EU exit.
Making dairy an integral part of the Green Recovery Partner Content
17 Jun
Making dairy an integral part of the Green Recovery
Applying sustainability throughout the entire dairy value chain can help ensure Europe’s green transition, writes Arla Foods CEO Peder Tuborgh.
Parliament should have say on €750bn recovery plan implementation, say MEPs
16 Jun
Parliament should have say on €750bn recovery plan implementation, say MEPs
Fears have emerged that Parliament will be sidelined in how the recovery package is implemented and President David Sassoli has publicly stated the institution “must be fully involved.”