17 Jul 18
Side-lining women robs everyone of opportunities
Iranian women seek change and will fight the system to persevere in their mission to transform this inherently patriarchal culture, writes Madi Sharma.
16 Jul 18
The contrasting ideologies of Macron and Kurz
Two new, young faces have appeared on the European scene, with different approaches to the future of the EU, writes Tomáš Zdechovský.

 

13 Jul 18
Climate change: Policymakers must consider gender perspective
Climate change has devastating consequences for women in particular, writes Pier Antonio Panzeri.
13 Jul 18
Plastic pollution: Clear commitments needed
Parliament’s negotiating team is committed to having the final text on reducing plastic pollution approved by the end of the legislature, says Massimo Paolucci.
12 Jul 18
Shipping is delivering on climate change
The international shipping sector is doing its part to contribute to global climate change efforts, writes Violeta Bulc.
11 Jul 18
5 questions with... Ana Gomes
Ana Gomes (S&D, PT) is a Vice-Chair of Parliament’s special committee on financial crimes, tax evasion and tax avoidance.
09 Jul 18
Nurses on the frontline of the AMR crisis
The next step in tackling AMR is the education and empowerment of nurses, argues Ber Oomen
09 Jul 18
EU Arctic policy requires a soft, objective approach
The key word when developing the EU Arctic policy must be ‘neutrality’, argues Jørn Dohrmann.
09 Jul 18
Fragile Arctic must be protected
An Arctic environmental impact assessment is urgently needed, says Sirpa Pietikäinen.
06 Jul 18
Reducing plastic use begins with proper waste and material management
The EU must manage plastics in a sustainable and responsible way across the entire value chain, writes Mark Demesmaeker.
05 Jul 18
EU copyright reform: Free press under threat, warn publishers
A vote for EU copyright reform is a vote for fairness, argues Angela Mills Wade.
25 Jun 18
Overcoming Europe's health challenges requires bold political choices
The upcoming European Health Forum Gastein will be an opportunity to tackle Europe’s health challenges head on, writes Karin Kadenbach.
21 Jun 18
5 questions with... Ignazio Corrao
Ignazio Corrao (EFDD, IT) is a member of Parliament's development committee.
21 Jun 18
Real recovery requires real reform
The EU will not achieve lasting financial stability and growth if its member states don’t stick to the rules, says Gunnar Hökmark.
20 Jun 18
New copyright rules risk freedom of speech
Proposed copyright law changes show that the European Commission has misunderstood the impact of the digital revolution, warns Dan Dalton.
20 Jun 18
Blue energy: The renewables underdog
The sea o­ffers many options for energy generation, explains Gesine Meissner.
19 Jun 18
5G: A future legacy
The European Commission must review its 5G roadmap to ensure deployment of this crucial technology, writes Michał Boni.
19 Jun 18
How the tech revolution is transforming the future of work
Policymakers and businesses must work together to help prepare people for jobs that don’t yet exist, writes Eva Maydell.
19 Jun 18
The EU is standing up for global trade
The EU is now the undisputed global leader in open and fair trade, says David Martin.
19 Jun 18
Japan deal: The EU's most important bilateral trade agreement?
The EU’s wide-ranging trade agreement with Japan will require Parliament’s final approval, explains Pedro Silva Pereira.
18 Jun 18
EU global trade: Australia and New Zealand are an opportunity for Europe
The only way for Europe to respond to Donald Trump’s trade policy is by promoting fair, open and rules-based global trade, writes Ulrike Müller.
18 Jun 18
New anti-money laundering rules prove the power of public scrutiny
EU anti-money laundering rules will end the secrecy that allows scandals like the Panama Papers to arise, writes Judith Sargentini.
18 Jun 18
EU must defend itself against Russian interference
With just under a year to go until the European Parliament elections, Sajjad Karim warns that Europe must not allow Moscow to disrupt democracy.
15 Jun 18
Partnership and participation
Employees with a stake in their company are more committed to quality and more flexible in supporting business needs, explains Anthea McIntyre.