02 Jul 20
The Rebel Queen
This year, in the wake of our global reckoning with racism, Independence Day should also be a day for reflecting on all people of African descent who fought for their right to be free from slavery and oppression, yet who have been deliberately erased from history.
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02 Jul 20
EU Pharmaceutical Strategy could be a lost opportunity if action is not taken now
In its current form, the pharma strategy roadmap lacks the necessary drivers of innovation to put Europe back at the forefront of medical discovery, writes Nathalie Moll
30 Jun 20
Why Moldova belongs in the European Union
The country may be more polarised than ever, but the least its people deserve is a government that respects the rule of law, argues Ramona Strugariu.
30 Jun 20
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
25 Jun 20
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.
25 Jun 20
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.
24 Jun 20
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.
24 Jun 20
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.
24 Jun 20
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.
23 Jun 20
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.
23 Jun 20
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.
22 Jun 20
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.
19 Jun 20
Why the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda is more meaningful and powerful than ever
We have the opportunity to build a new postpandemic world, one that is more inclusive, green and sustainable than today, writes Jutta Urpilainen.
19 Jun 20
A Juneteenth like no other
This year’s US Emancipation Proclamation celebrations come against a backdrop of anger and protest following the killing of George Floyd, explains Pauline Manos & the Democrats Abroad Belgium community.
17 Jun 20
George Floyd killing: Europe rallies against racism
Campaigners and MEPS want the EU to tackle racism with ‘real action and not just pretty words’ writes Rajnish Singh.

 

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17 Jun 20
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.
08 Jun 20
COVID-19 has paved the way for low-carbon lifestyles
The COVID-19 crisis ha opened our eyes to the many advantages of a low-carbon lifestyle, writes Wendel Trio.
08 Jun 20
eCommerce: how the EU can protect consumers online
With people now shopping more online, it’s vitally important that platforms behave ethically and in a socially responsible manner, argues Maria Grapini.
08 Jun 20
Why the European Parliament should be given the right of initiative
The EU would not be acting out of character by granting the European Parliament this right, suggests Charles Goerens.
08 Jun 20
Did the European Commission hold back in its Farm to Fork strategy?
For the sake of future generations, the EU must have a proper debate on meat production and consumption and animal derived products, writes Sylwia Spurek.
08 Jun 20
An EU education system that works for everyone
The EU must build on lessons learned during the COVID-19 crisis and shape future education policy towards better digital inclusion, writes Romeo Franz.
08 Jun 20
Why investing in digital literacy now will secure the future of the EU
We need to improve digital skills for people who could responsibly promote, design and implement digitisation in education, argues Sabine Verheyen.
04 Jun 20
Time to give Parliament the right of initiative
Giving the European Parliament this power would rebalance the legislative triangle between the three EU institutions, argues Gabriele Bischoff.
04 Jun 20
EU must take advantage of the Coronavirus crisis to reform what is needed
Former European Parliament President Antonio Tajani explains why Europe, against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, must reform and revive the European project.