These four measures could curb the risk of corruption in Europe
30 Jan
These four measures could curb the risk of corruption in Europe
There is a wide set of rules to make influence transparent in the European Parliament, but they could not prevent the Qatargate scandal. We need to take concrete steps to make them more effective
Platforms for change: How new technology can drive innovation Partner Content
18 Jan
Platforms for change: How new technology can drive innovation
Where are the women in climate politics? 
13 Jan
Where are the women in climate politics? 
Climate politics must be feminist to tackle the root causes of the climate crisis, while also effectively addressing its manifold impacts
Resolutions for 2023: Getting negotiations right - The International Pandemic Accord Partner Content
12 Jan
Resolutions for 2023: Getting negotiations right - The International Pandemic Accord
A ban on short-haul flights is the best first step in tackling aviation’s climate problem
09 Jan
A ban on short-haul flights is the best first step in tackling aviation’s climate problem
With 2030 fast-approaching we must reduce our carbon footprint by any means necessary. Banning short-haul flights is the way to start
OLAF report shows yet again how Frontex systematically ignores human rights
09 Jan
OLAF report shows yet again how Frontex systematically ignores human rights
The OLAF investigation uncovered serious misconduct, mismanagement and other irregularities within Frontex, highlighting the need for structural reforms to ensure the agency takes human rights as seriously as border control
Head-to-head: No, the EU should not allow for the use of NGTs in plants
06 Jan
Head-to-head: No, the EU should not allow for the use of NGTs in plants
While it is widely agreed upon that our food system requires a deep transformation, not everyone believes gene-editing techniques are the way forward. Marta Messa, secretary general of Slow Food International, argues that NGTs are part of the problem rather than the solution
Head-to-head: Yes, the EU should allow for the use of NGTs in plants
05 Jan
Head-to-head: Yes, the EU should allow for the use of NGTs in plants
Amidst calls for the EU to adopt less cumbersome regulations for certain gene-editing techniques, Diana Lenzi, president of the European Council of Young Farmers, argues that NGTs could benefit the environment and bolster the resilience of Europe's farms
Migration issues must be addressed before admitting more countries into the Schengen Agreement
21 Dec
Migration issues must be addressed before admitting more countries into the Schengen Agreement
The EU has some of the weakest rules and procedures for migration among safe countries, writes Lukas Mandl. Once the bloc implements necessary changes, Bulgaria and Romania can be admitted to the Schengen area
A looming PFAS ban threatens Europe’s economic and energy security. Partner Content
20 Dec
A looming PFAS ban threatens Europe’s economic and energy security.
To resolve the Kosovo-Serbia dispute, we must follow the framework of the Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue
20 Dec
To resolve the Kosovo-Serbia dispute, we must follow the framework of the Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue
Both countries must address outstanding issues in order to advance on their respective European paths
A decentralised seed conservation system could preserve agrobiodiversity
19 Dec
A decentralised seed conservation system could preserve agrobiodiversity
Agrobiodiversity is crucial for global food security, but conservation is insufficient. We must draw from existing genetic wealth to preserve biodiversity.
Effective front-of-pack nutritional labelling must be mandatory, harmonised and consumer-friendly
14 Dec
Effective front-of-pack nutritional labelling must be mandatory, harmonised and consumer-friendly
Front-of-pack nutritional labelling, which makes it easier for consumers to select healthy options, can go a long way to help the EU fight obesity
Science lets us grow more with less, putting us closer to ending hunger
12 Dec
Science lets us grow more with less, putting us closer to ending hunger
Since we are not on track to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, governments must start relying on science and innovation to produce more with less
Kazakhstan consolidates competences of Human Rights Ombudsman. What does it mean? Partner Content
06 Dec
Kazakhstan consolidates competences of Human Rights Ombudsman. What does it mean?
The answer to the agri-food sector’s fragility is a move towards sustainability
06 Dec
The answer to the agri-food sector’s fragility is a move towards sustainability
The war in Ukraine has put food security and the resilience of the global food system back at the centre of the EU’s political agenda. The best path forward is to invest in the sustainability of the agri-food sector
Cardiomyopathies Matter: Time to tackle under-recognised cardiovascular diseases Partner Content
02 Dec
Cardiomyopathies Matter: Time to tackle under-recognised cardiovascular diseases
MEP Dr Juozas Olekas, together with experts participating in the Cardiomyopathies Matter initiative, Prof. Iacopo Olivotto and Dr Patricia Vlasman, call on EU and national decision-makers to recognise and address the substantial burden of cardiomyopathies on patients, families, healthcare systems and societies.
Towards functional and future-proof packaging in Europe Partner Content
29 Nov
Towards functional and future-proof packaging in Europe
Jan Huitema MEP and Guido Aufdemkamp, Executive Director of the Flexible Packaging Europe, share their thoughts on how innovation in the sorting and recycling industries is vital to improve European recycling rates and deliver circularity
Karipbek Kuyukov, an exemplary Kazakh fighter for humanity Partner Content
28 Nov
Karipbek Kuyukov, an exemplary Kazakh fighter for humanity
The far reaching consequences of illegal trade Partner Content
23 Nov
The far reaching consequences of illegal trade
Illicit trade is funding criminal networks involved in drug trafficking, people trafficking and terrorism. Unless action is taken, this will continue – to the detriment of the most vulnerable in society
Fully circular beverage packaging is already a reality: Don’t destroy it Partner Content
22 Nov
Fully circular beverage packaging is already a reality: Don’t destroy it
Nutrition access is the cornerstone of healthy convenient nutrition Partner Content
16 Nov
Nutrition access is the cornerstone of healthy convenient nutrition
The key to healthy eating is informed decisions based on education: understanding information on labels is one way to achieve this, says Kent Bradley
Rail is key to achieving zero emissions in transport Partner Content
10 Nov
Rail is key to achieving zero emissions in transport
MEP Tom Berendsen and Regional Minister for mobility for Drenthe in the Netherlands Nelleke Vedelaar, explain how rail can help regions to be better connected and contribute towards business development, and promote cross border labour mobility.
Biofuels: Protecting the climate and keeping Europe competitive Partner Content
09 Nov
Biofuels: Protecting the climate and keeping Europe competitive
MEP Barbara Thaler and Director General of ePURE David Carpintero, explain how unleashing the potential of biofuels can help both decarbonise transport and fight climate change