15 Apr 19
Common Fisheries Policy reform: Consistency is key
More abundant fish stocks lead to more profitable fisheries, but inconsistencies in the reform of the Common Fisheries Policy could see less fish in the sea, writes Linnéa Engström.
15 Apr 19
Vaccinating against misinformation
With confidence in vaccinations on the decline, the EU must take immediate action against the misinformation epidemic, argues Jyrki Katainen.
10 Apr 19
EU-China: Actions speak louder than words
China’s ambitions as a player in shaping international trade need to be matched with concrete efforts, argues Iuliu Winkler.
10 Apr 19
EU-China: Proceed with caution
China is an opportunity for our market, but its growing influence in the EU is a source of concern, argues David Martin.
08 Apr 19
Cosying up to Russia
Viktor Orbán is Russia’s number one mouthpiece in Europe, but Hungary is not the only EU player with vested interests in Russia, writes István Ujhelyi.
08 Apr 19
Freedom of religion in China: Silence is not golden
As China continues to flout the internationally protected right to freedom of religion in the harshest possible ways, the EU’s silence on the matter is unsettling, writes Thomas Mann.
08 Apr 19
5 questions with...Eleni Theocharous
Eleni Theocharous (CY, ECR) is a member of the European Parliament’s development committee
05 Apr 19
An EU of ideas can tackle medicine shortages
The EU’s health mandate should allow for greater collaboration on shortages of inexpensive essential medicines, writes José Inácio Faria.
05 Apr 19
Iran: Crackdown fails to silence protests
Despite small steps in the right direction, Iran’s human rights still have a long way to go, writes Barbara Lochbihler.
02 Apr 19
FinTech: Great expectations
While FinTech has not progressed at the expected rate, harmonisation can help accelerate its uptake, writes Daniel Mareels.
02 Apr 19
FinTech: Single market ambitions
European citizens stand to benefit greatly from a genuine single market in retail financial services, writes Alain Cadec.
02 Apr 19
Autism: An invisible disability
On World Autism Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and increasing acceptance of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, improving our understanding of this invisible disability is crucial, writes Lorna Hutchinson.
29 Mar 19
EU-Oman: Peace through open books
As a special guest at the leading French book fair, Oman took the opportunity to remind attendees of its long history in both literature and cordial relations with France.
29 Mar 19
EU-Oman: Small and effective
In a time of a changing world order, where smaller countries lack certainty, Oman should be a member of a League of Small Pioneers, argues Dr Haroon Sheikh.
29 Mar 19
EU-Oman: Changing Mindsets
The business world is dynamic and evolving; the ability of Oman’s entrepreneurial community to respond to challenges will determine its future success, explains Khalil Al Khonji.
29 Mar 19
EU-Oman: All roads lead to Oman
Oman is a unique country, in a unique location that bridges Africa and Asia and is increasingly building relations with Europe, explains David McAllister.
29 Mar 19
EU-Oman: Omani credit rating turning the corner
Recent issues with Oman’s bond rating on the financial markets are short term, with strong signs that the worst is over, reports Colin Mackay.
22 Mar 19
World Water Day 2019: Quality on tap
On the occasion of World Water Day 2019, Rory Palmer writes that the Drinking Water Directive is our opportunity to address the modern challenges of supplying high-quality water to our citizens.
21 Mar 19
Time to bring Google Shopping case to a close
Despite this week's €1.49bn fine by the European Commision, more needs to be done to help European businesses compete against online search giant Google, argues Ramon Tremosa i Balcells
20 Mar 19
Connecting Europe by bridging networks
Incentivising good cooperation between authorities from di­fferent Member States is crucial for the next Connecting Europe Facility, writes Pavel Telička.
20 Mar 19
Quality on tap
The Drinking Water Directive is our opportunity to address the modern challenges of supplying high-quality water to our citizens, writes Rory Palmer
20 Mar 19
Re-shaping mobility in Europe
A transport revolution is imminent; it is vital that we decide how best to shape it to Europe’s changing needs, writes István Ujhelyi.
12 Mar 19
A fundamental right to vote: Removing barriers for people with disabilities
The next European elections are just around the corner, but many EU citizens with disabilities will not be casting their ballots this spring, writes Krzysztof Pater.
08 Mar 19
International Women's Day: Recognising the true value of women
Every day, not just International Women’s Day, should be an opportunity to encourage women to take a role in politics, argues Maria Grapini.