Albania moves closer to EU membership as Socialists win new mandate
13 May Foreign & Security Policy

Albania moves closer to EU membership as Socialists win new mandate

Prime Minister Edi Rama’s victory will consolidate Albania’s pro-EU trajectory, but rule of law deficits still pose hurdles to accession.
by Arno Van Rensbergen
The end of encryption as we know it?
12 May EU Institutions
The end of encryption as we know it?
Op-ed: Concrete action needed to stop Orbán’s EU abuse
12 May EU Institutions
Op-ed: Concrete action needed to stop Orbán’s EU abuse
Sánchez walks a tightrope as Spain commits to NATO target
08 May Foreign & Security Policy
Sánchez walks a tightrope as Spain commits to NATO target
Marta Kos has five years to unblock EU enlargement
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Marta Kos has five years to unblock EU enlargement
The new Slovenian Commissioner is tasked with making progress on bringing new members into the EU, but not everyone is enthusiastic.
AI at the Edge, the next computing revolution Partner Content
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By embracing on-device AI, Europe can boost its competitiveness and ability to innovate, while making sure that everyone reaps the benefits of the technology.
Will Frontex’s expansion lead to more oversight and accountability?
04 Dec EU Institutions
Will Frontex’s expansion lead to more oversight and accountability?
As the EU expands the powers and resources of its border and coast guard agency, concerns are growing about accountability and transparency over alleged human rights violations.
Q+A: Ireland's general election stays in the centre, with no far right in sight
03 Dec
Q+A: Ireland's general election stays in the centre, with no far right in sight
Ireland’s general election will likely return the country's centrist coalition to power. They have a surplus to spend, but also a housing crisis and other challenges to confront.
The EU wants to boost its sluggish economy. Could Spain offer a roadmap?
02 Dec EU Institutions
The EU wants to boost its sluggish economy. Could Spain offer a roadmap?
Von der Leyen’s new mandate is likely to be consumed by an old problem: Promoting growth and innovation despite resistance to more spending.
A better way to drive EU de-fossilisation Partner Content
02 Dec
A better way to drive EU de-fossilisation
With Europeans still hesitant about the switch to all-electric vehicles, it’s clear the EU must adopt a more flexible, hybrid approach to transport decarbonisation
A new mandate to champion Rare Diseases: enhancing diagnosis and care for HAE patients in Europe Partner Content
02 Dec EU Institutions
A new mandate to champion Rare Diseases: enhancing diagnosis and care for HAE patients in Europe
A recent debate, sponsored by CSL Behring and hosted by MEPs Andriukaitis and Bosse, brought together hereditary angioedema experts, advocates, and policymakers to advocate for stronger EU action on diagnosis, care, and innovation in rare diseases.
It's time to treat child sexual exploitation and abuse as a global health emergency Partner Content
02 Dec EU Institutions
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Child sexual exploitation and abuse devastates millions of lives. Paul Stanfield, CEO of the Childlight Global Child Safety Institute, and Green/EFA MEP Saskia Bricmont set out why policy-makers must treat CSEA with more urgency, dedication, and resources
Crisis causes EU power balance to tilt towards the Commission, but can they cling on?
28 Nov EU Institutions
Crisis causes EU power balance to tilt towards the Commission, but can they cling on?
Von der Leyen’s leadership reshaped the European Commission during an era of pandemic, war, and energy instability, but at what cost to democratic balance and the role of the European Parliament?
Op-ed: 'Taller walls are an illusion’
27 Nov EU Institutions
Op-ed: 'Taller walls are an illusion’
MEP Daniel Freund argues the EU should focus on the root causes of migration rather than building physical barriers on the border.
Why Europe needs a Blue Deal to secure its Green Deal
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'Planet Aqua' argues that water is Europe’s next climate battleground, demanding a bold new approach to managing our most vital resource.
Why rare diseases must remain in the political spotlight Partner Content
26 Nov EU Institutions
Why rare diseases must remain in the political spotlight
A new political mandate must mean political attention for rare diseases, combined with a comprehensive and collaborative approach
European SMEs, innovation and tech security under threat Partner Content
26 Nov Technology
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Proposed legislation on the licensing of standards essential patents runs contrary to the Draghi principles and poses major threats to key EU interests
Op-ed: Why renewables must replace nuclear
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Op-ed: Why renewables must replace nuclear
Renewables offer a cheaper, more reliable route to cutting emissions than nuclear power. Europe should prioritise green energy instead.
Q+A: With historic LGBTQ+ rights case, 'The Commission is asking Hungary: Do you really want to remain part of the club?'
21 Nov EU Institutions
Q+A: With historic LGBTQ+ rights case, 'The Commission is asking Hungary: Do you really want to remain part of the club?'
The case against Hungary's Child Protection Act goes to the heart of EU treaty values. How the ECJ rules may determine Hungary's EU future — and how strictly member state violations are policed.
Op-ed: It’s time to end Europe’s anti-nuclear dogma
20 Nov EU Institutions
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As Europe strives to meet its climate objectives, nuclear energy must take a central role in the bloc’s energy mix to ensure a stable, decarbonised future.
1,000 days of war later, EU still divided over Ukraine's future
20 Nov Foreign & Security Policy
1,000 days of war later, EU still divided over Ukraine's future
Trump's re-election has accelerated talk about ending Russia's invasion of Ukraine at the negotiating table. The EU's position is anything but unified.
The time is now: Combatting Antimicrobial Resistance with Transferable Exclusivity Vouchers Partner Content
20 Nov EU Institutions
The time is now: Combatting Antimicrobial Resistance with Transferable Exclusivity Vouchers
The EU has a once-in-a-generation window of opportunity to implement an effective pull incentive for combating AMR.
The path to climate neutrality: what is the role of carbon removals and cleantech innovation? Partner Content
19 Nov
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Achieving the EU’s climate goals while maintaining economic growth and competitiveness is the key challenge of this new mandate. What role can carbon removals and cleantech innovation
play? We speak with MEP Lidia Pereira (Portugal, EPP), and Kasia Wilk, Head of Public Affairs and Policy for Europe and Asia, at Drax, to find out more
Let’s talk about the importance of hygiene Partner Content
19 Nov
Let’s talk about the importance of hygiene
The first line of defence to protect our health is to ensure the availability of effective cleaning, maintenance and disinfection products, inside and outside our homes, and not take hygiene and cleanliness for granted.
Op-ed: Risk-based 2040 target is key to keeping climate momentum
18 Nov Energy & Environment
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The EU’s climate ambitions must be balanced with safeguards against trade, economic and social risks.
Shaping Europe’s connectivity agenda for the digital decade Partner Content
18 Nov Technology
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Connectivity is the backbone of Europe’s digital future, but the continent lags behind global peers. At a European Parliament event, policymakers, industry leaders, and experts discussed how to close this gap and build a connected and competitive Europe
Let’s bring full digital mobility to Europe through secure access to vehicle data, functions and resources Partner Content
18 Nov Technology
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The Commission’s long-promised plan for a sector-specific legislation on access to in-vehicle data, functions, and resources is more necessary than ever
Making sustainable aviation a reality Partner Content
18 Nov
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European aviation is grappling with a critical shortage of Sustainable Aviation Fuel – stalling decarbonisation efforts. At a recent dinner, organised by The Parliament and the Airlines International Representation in Europe (AIRE), aviation industry leaders discussed the progress toward meeting climate targets