Q+A: Brussels breathes a 'sigh of relief' following Romanian election
19 May Foreign & Security Policy

Q+A: Brussels breathes a 'sigh of relief' following Romanian election

Centrist Nicușor Dan triumphed over nationalist George Simion in Romania's presidential election on Sunday, reaffirming the country’s role in the EU and NATO.
by Arno Van Rensbergen
Op-ed: Europe’s existential choice
21 May Foreign & Security Policy
Op-ed: Europe’s existential choice
Portuguese voters head the polls — again
16 May Foreign & Security Policy
Portuguese voters head the polls — again
Poland’s presidential vote puts reform agenda to the test
15 May EU Institutions
Poland’s presidential vote puts reform agenda to the test
MEPs vote by overwhelming majority for fresh fiscal efforts to tackle Coronavirus
20 Apr
MEPs vote by overwhelming majority for fresh fiscal efforts to tackle Coronavirus
The EU has already announced huge investment in addressing the crisis but MEPs want further action.
EU accused of initially ‘not being up to the task’ of tackling COVID-19
20 Apr
EU accused of initially ‘not being up to the task’ of tackling COVID-19
S&D leader Iratxe García’s remarks come ahead of an EU summit this week and follows an apology last week to Italy and other states by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen about how the EU first reacted to the crisis.
Issue 513 | 20 April 2020
20 Apr
Issue 513 | 20 April 2020
ECR deputy Assita Kanko is our latest cover star. In the midst of the Coronavirus crisis she shares her thoughts on Europe’s response to the pandemic and how the European Union can emerge from this critical period a stronger, wiser and more unified force.
A crucial year for future EU-UK relations
17 Apr
A crucial year for future EU-UK relations

Coronavirus crisis makes Brexit transition extension more likely, suggests David McAllister.
Donald Trump under fire for suspending funding to WHO
16 Apr
Donald Trump under fire for suspending funding to WHO
EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell has joined others in saying he “deeply regrets” the US decision to freeze funding to the World Health Organization amid the Coronavirus pandemic.
Von der Leyen apologises for EU’s initial lack of Coronavirus preparedness
16 Apr
Von der Leyen apologises for EU’s initial lack of Coronavirus preparedness
The President of the European Commission has offered a “heartfelt apology” for the EU’s initial response to the Coronavirus crisis, which has been widely criticised for being too slow.
WEBINAR: Disease outbreaks and the EU’s precautionary measures Partner Content
16 Apr
WEBINAR: Disease outbreaks and the EU’s precautionary measures
An online event brought to you by PA International that will look at the listeriosis victims’ perspective
Digital technologies can help us tackle Coronavirus, but we need to invest now Partner Content
16 Apr
Digital technologies can help us tackle Coronavirus, but we need to invest now
The tech industry has been at the forefront of society’s response to the COVID-19 crisis, writes Cecilia Bonefeld-Dahl.
A trial and error response to the Coronavirus
15 Apr
A trial and error response to the Coronavirus
Europe cannot afford this kind of approach when the economy is in free fall, argues László Andor.
Brexit no longer visible on our radar
15 Apr
Brexit no longer visible on our radar
UK’s inaction on Withdrawal Agreement negotiations raising concern, says Danuta Hübner.
Letter from Italy: A snapshot of solidarity and fortitude
15 Apr
Letter from Italy: A snapshot of solidarity and fortitude
Italy has been in the grip of the Coronavirus pandemic for weeks on end – a country pushed to its limits. But amid the pain Italians have shown remarkable resilience and unity, writes Roger Casale.
Member States hope to start easing Coronavirus restrictions
14 Apr
Member States hope to start easing Coronavirus restrictions
The European Commission is set to announce a “roadmap to exit” the Coronavirus lockdown across the EU.
Broadening the EU’s strategic autonomy
14 Apr
Broadening the EU’s strategic autonomy
Investing in education and innovation enriches our ability to respond to unforeseen circumstances and is crucial to ensuring our continued wellbeing, writes Maria da Graça Carvalho.
Technologically advancing Europe
10 Apr
Technologically advancing Europe
Key Enabling Technologies can help the EU achieve many of its ambitions, but only if protected from global competitors, argues Ivars Ijabs.
Extension to Brexit deadline ‘virtually inevitable’ amid Coronavirus crisis, say MEPs
10 Apr
Extension to Brexit deadline ‘virtually inevitable’ amid Coronavirus crisis, say MEPs
MEPs from across the political divide insist that the UK should agree to a delay in order to avoid a possible no-deal Brexit.
Horizon Europe: Grounds for investment
10 Apr
Horizon Europe: Grounds for investment
Horizon Europe is the best tool at hand to reach our economic and social goals, but it needs more support, argues Christian Ehler.
New horizons for European investment
10 Apr
New horizons for European investment
Europe must recognise the excellent work of its researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs, now and in the future, writes Mariya Gabriel.
EU Industrial strategy: More ambition, faster implementation
09 Apr
EU Industrial strategy: More ambition, faster implementation
The Coronavirus outbreak has highlighted the urgency of delivering a viable EU industrial strategy, writes Patrizia Toia.
Member States must tackle rise in domestic violence, says senior MEP
09 Apr
Member States must tackle rise in domestic violence, says senior MEP
Evelyn Regner, chair of Parliament’s FEMM committee, has joined others in urging the EU and Member States to increase support for the growing number of domestic violence victims during the COVID-19 crisis.
MEP letter highlights “alarming” lack of funding for disability care and support services
09 Apr
MEP letter highlights “alarming” lack of funding for disability care and support services
The letter calls for the EU’s Coronavirus Response Investment Initiative to finance support and care services for persons with disabilities during the crisis.
Movers and Shakers | 9 April 2020
09 Apr
Movers and Shakers | 9 April 2020
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our Movers and Shakers column. 
Unleashing the EU’s power
09 Apr
Unleashing the EU’s power
The European Commission’s new Industrial Strategy is on track to make the bloc more competitive and autonomous, as well as paving the way for a more sustainable future, writes Gwenole Cozigou.
Overcrowded refugee camp could become Coronavirus disaster, says MEP Erik Marquardt
09 Apr
Overcrowded refugee camp could become Coronavirus disaster, says MEP Erik Marquardt
The EU cannot keep avoiding the refugee and asylum problems on Europe’s external borders, warns the Greens/EFA deputy.
International Roma Day: Lessons must be learned from the Coronavirus pandemic
08 Apr
International Roma Day: Lessons must be learned from the Coronavirus pandemic
Europe’s Roma are facing a humanitarian disaster, warns Zeljko Jovanovic.