Portuguese voters head the polls — again
16 May Foreign & Security Policy

Portuguese voters head the polls — again

Portugal is set to hold its third election in as many years on Sunday amid mounting voter fatigue.
by Eloise Hardy
Poland’s presidential vote puts reform agenda to the test
15 May EU Institutions
Poland’s presidential vote puts reform agenda to the test
Op-Ed: Why mental health must become a political priority for Europe
15 May EU Institutions
Op-Ed: Why mental health must become a political priority for Europe
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
Defending the Defenceless: Pakistan’s Rural Support Network takes the lead Partner Content
28 Jul
Defending the Defenceless: Pakistan’s Rural Support Network takes the lead
Shandana Humayun Khan, CEO of the Rural Support Programmes Network (RSPN), urges the EU to join the battle against COVID-19 and support the most vulnerable communities in Pakistan.
EU policymakers condemn Poland over withdrawal from Istanbul Convention
27 Jul
EU policymakers condemn Poland over withdrawal from Istanbul Convention
Poland’s decision to withdraw from the groundbreaking domestic violence treaty comes against a backdrop of intensified violence against women since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
MEPs warn their consent to EU long-term budget ‘cannot be taken for granted’
27 Jul
MEPs warn their consent to EU long-term budget ‘cannot be taken for granted’
The warning on Monday comes from the cross-party group of MEPs who comprise Parliament’s negotiating team on the recovery fund and long-term budget.
Wolves in sheep’s clothing Partner Content
27 Jul
Wolves in sheep’s clothing
In recent years, women’s rights, gender equality, LGBTQI+ rights and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) have been contested by a small but vocal number of Catholic-inspired European networks who managed to infiltrate institutions and governments, reports Lorna Hutchinson.
EU recovery plan agreed at a “sour price”
24 Jul
EU recovery plan agreed at a “sour price”
The European Economic and Social Committee has raised concerns over the the deal reached by European leaders.
MEPs set to battle to overturn proposed cuts to EU’s long-term budget
23 Jul
MEPs set to battle to overturn proposed cuts to EU’s long-term budget
In a debate in Parliament on the outcome of the marathon EU summit, MEPs welcomed the €750bn recovery plan but voiced fierce opposition to cuts to the budget.
Last chance saloon for Brexit trade deal as Barnier brands it ‘unlikely’
23 Jul
Last chance saloon for Brexit trade deal as Barnier brands it ‘unlikely’
As the EU and UK wrapped up their latest round of talks in London, the EU’s chief negotiator was dubious of the likelihood of breaking the deadlock while his UK counterpart was decidedly more upbeat on the prospect of a deal in September.
Pandemic, infodemic and disinformation Partner Content
23 Jul
Pandemic, infodemic and disinformation
Europe is facing the greatest threat to its democracies since WWII, and now more than ever we must push back and defend the values and principles we stand for, argues President of the European Foundation for Democracy Roberta Bonazzi.
S&D leader: Next seven-year EU budget falls short of what’s needed
23 Jul
S&D leader: Next seven-year EU budget falls short of what’s needed
Iratxe García Pérez has warned that her group will not accept any watering down of conditionality on the compliance with democracy and rule of law.
America and Europe: united despite diversity
23 Jul
America and Europe: united despite diversity
Although there are big differences between the US and Europe over trade, US ambassador to the EU, Ronald Gidwitz, tells Rajnish Singh that the transatlantic partnership remains strong and resilient.
David Sassoli: EU long-term budget ‘needs correcting’ and Parliament will try to ‘improve’ it
22 Jul
David Sassoli: EU long-term budget ‘needs correcting’ and Parliament will try to ‘improve’ it
Parliament’s President said that while the assembly is “satisfied” with the €750bn recovery plan to deal with the COVID-19 health crisis, proposed cuts in certain areas of the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) need to be rectified.
A European strategy to fight child sexual abuse
22 Jul
A European strategy to fight child sexual abuse
Catherine De Bolle explains why, given the surge in the online distribution of explicit material during lockdown, she is convinced that a coordinated European strategy is the best way to combat child sexual abuse.
EU leaders thrash out deal on Coronavirus recovery fund and budget as Parliament awaits final say
21 Jul
EU leaders thrash out deal on Coronavirus recovery fund and budget as Parliament awaits final say
After one of the longest summits on record, the heads of state finally reached agreement on Tuesday morning, but the final hurdle remains, with the consent of the European Parliament still pending.
MEPs underline ‘overwhelming evidence’ of rule of law breaches in Poland
20 Jul
MEPs underline ‘overwhelming evidence’ of rule of law breaches in Poland
Deputies have overwhelmingly voted in favour of a report criticising the “continuing deterioration” of democracy, the rule of law and fundamental rights in Poland.
Brexit talks to resume with focus on trade level playing field, fisheries and governance
20 Jul
Brexit talks to resume with focus on trade level playing field, fisheries and governance
Ahead of the resumption of negotiations on Tuesday, Michel Barnier and David Frost, the chief negotiators for the two sides, will have a dinner in London, where this week’s talks will take place.
How Europe can fight money laundering
20 Jul
How Europe can fight money laundering
A stricter, more uniform approach to the EU’s antimoney laundering policies will be more effective in countering the financing of terrorism and other illicit activities, explains Eero Heinäluoma.
A lifetime of disparity of treatment
17 Jul
A lifetime of disparity of treatment
With the expiry of the deadline for the implementation of Article 11 of Legge Europea 2017 on June 30, it is now increasingly likely that foreign language teaching staff (Lettori) in Italian universities will end their careers without enjoying the right to parity of treatment with Italian nationals, explains Henry Rodgers.
EU leaders converge on Brussels for what are expected to be hard-fought talks to thrash out a deal on the budget and recovery fund
17 Jul
EU leaders converge on Brussels for what are expected to be hard-fought talks to thrash out a deal on the budget and recovery fund
Speaking ahead of the meeting, which is expected to go into Saturday, Charles Michel and David Sassoli, set out their stalls on what they hope will emerge from the crucial summit.
Dieselgate scandal: EU and Member States have been too passive in bringing car industry to account
17 Jul
Dieselgate scandal: EU and Member States have been too passive in bringing car industry to account
Stichting Car Claim has been at the forefront of efforts to convince car manufacturers to accept responsibility for their actions and compensate those affected, argues Dr. Marten Oosting.
Brexit trade talks likely to go down to the wire as EU draws up ‘needs assessment’ in case of a no-deal
17 Jul
Brexit trade talks likely to go down to the wire as EU draws up ‘needs assessment’ in case of a no-deal
No deal, or ‘bare bones’ trade deal, likely outcome, warn former UK policymakers.
MEPs declare ‘this is the moment’ to agree EU long-term budget and recovery fund
16 Jul
MEPs declare ‘this is the moment’ to agree EU long-term budget and recovery fund
It is hoped that Friday’s crunch summit will resolve the current impasse over the budget and €750bn recovery package designed to help EU economies address the impact of the pandemic.
Top Malaysian executive sets his sights on Europe Partner Content
16 Jul
Top Malaysian executive sets his sights on Europe
Vinod Sekhar, Chairman and Chief Executive of the Petra Group, presents the EU with a unique opportunity to revolutionise the way rubber is recycled, writes Datu Sadja Matthew Pajares Yngson.
Global challenges require global solutions Partner Content
15 Jul
Global challenges require global solutions
Why today’s opening of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol to European brands and retailers matters.
Book Review: 'The Broken Contract' - How reinventing bureaucracy can save democracy Partner Content
15 Jul
Book Review: "The Broken Contract" - How reinventing bureaucracy can save democracy
Muddassar Ahmed explains why for the survival of democracy, governments must roll back excessive bureaucracy.