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
Tax policies key to combating global warming and achieving the SDGs
13 Feb
Tax policies key to combating global warming and achieving the SDGs
In 2019, scientists warned of even higher rises in sea levels due to accelerating climate change, but few policymakers paid much attention. Instead, we witnessed natural disasters on all continents, writes Krister Andersson, Vice-President of the EESC Employers' Group.
Harnessing possible benefits of AI will create “massive challenges”, conference hears
13 Feb
Harnessing possible benefits of AI will create “massive challenges”, conference hears
Spanish MEP Susana Solís Pérez told the DIGITALEUROPE conference that AI was already widely used, creating huge challenges for regulators.

 

Scotland’s First Minister tight-lipped on alternatives if no second independence vote
12 Feb
Scotland’s First Minister tight-lipped on alternatives if no second independence vote
Nicola Sturgeon said that latest polling showed rising support for independence and that Scotland “will then return to its rightful place” in the EU.
In conversation with... Sophie Batas Partner Content
12 Feb
In conversation with... Sophie Batas
Huawei and Europe have achieved huge success working together for the past 20 years, 5G will take this even further, says Huawei’s Director for Cybersecurity and Privacy, Sophie Batas.
Replacement MEPs for departed Brits set to take seats in Strasbourg
11 Feb
Replacement MEPs for departed Brits set to take seats in Strasbourg
All but three of the 27 new MEPs who will replace departed British members are expected to take their seats in Strasbourg this week.
Huawei: Celebrating 20 years in Europe Partner Content
11 Feb
Huawei: Celebrating 20 years in Europe
Achieving digital sovereignty is key, writes Abraham Liu.
FinTech: What is it all about? Partner Content
11 Feb
FinTech: What is it all about?
Fintech is a sector where Europe can be a global competitor, writes Nickolas Reinhardt
New EU Public Prosecutor's Office chief says it has insufficient funds and staff
11 Feb
New EU Public Prosecutor's Office chief says it has insufficient funds and staff
Laura Kövesi has admitted that the body does not have the “tools” to operate effectively and has demanded a “significant” rise in its budget and an increase in staff.
In conversation with... Johanna Friedl-Naderer Partner Content
11 Feb
In conversation with... Johanna Friedl-Naderer
Innovative treatments and genetic testing can write a new chapter in the history of rare diseases. Together, we can make a difference and improve patients’ lives, explains Biogen’s President, Europe & Canada, Johanna Friedl-Naderer.
Safer Internet Day: Constant vigilance
11 Feb
Safer Internet Day: Constant vigilance
The internet has impacted our lives in countless positive ways; however, we must be vigilant to ensure it remains safe. Let’s focus on children to build a better Internet of the future, write Mariya Gabriel and Thierry Breton.
Preventable and treatable Partner Content
10 Feb
Preventable and treatable
European governments need to do more to raise public awareness of HPV and cervical cancer and to ensure that more people are vaccinated and regularly attend cervical screening tests, reports Brian Johnson.
A ‘sad day’ for racial diversity in the EU
10 Feb
A ‘sad day’ for racial diversity in the EU
With the UK’s departure from the EU, MEPs and the European Network Against Racism (ENAR) say the Brussels institutions have become ‘whiter’ and less representative of Europe’s diverse population. Rajnish Singh reports.
How Brexit happened
10 Feb
How Brexit happened
Edward McMillan-Scott - a Vice-President of the European Parliament from 2004-2014 - shares some insights into what really led to the UK’s divorce from the EU.
Mariya Gabriel calls for more gender balance in IT industry
07 Feb
Mariya Gabriel calls for more gender balance in IT industry
Speaking at a conference in Brussels on Thursday, the European Commissioner said, “This is a question of fairness.”
Issue 509 | 10 February 2020
07 Feb
Issue 509 | 10 February 2020
This issue features socialist MEP and rural defender Clara Aguilera as our cover star. She explains how instead of making cuts to the CAP budget, the EU must provide more support to farmers or risk seeing most of Europe’s agricultural areas dwindle in the coming decades.
Movers and Shakers | 7 February 2020
07 Feb
Movers and Shakers | 7 February 2020
The Coffee Festivals of Jazan Partner Content
06 Feb
The Coffee Festivals of Jazan
Saeed Khan explains why Europe should take note of Saudi Arabia’s coffee.
Viviane Reding: ‘We must not compromise on security or trust’ in 5G rollout
05 Feb
Viviane Reding: ‘We must not compromise on security or trust’ in 5G rollout
The former European Commission Vice-President emphasised that the aim in the rollout of 5G technology is to ensure that everyone abides by the same rules and standards.
MEPs reject European Banking Authority director nominee
05 Feb
MEPs reject European Banking Authority director nominee
In a parliamentary vote, Gerry Cross was rejected by a comfortable margin with 335 against to 272 in favour and 48 abstentions.
EU unveils new ‘masterplan’ in fight against cancer
05 Feb
EU unveils new ‘masterplan’ in fight against cancer
The European Commission has launched an EU-wide public consultation on its Beating Cancer Plan, which it says will help "shape the plan, identify key areas, and explore future action."
EU Space Policy: Space for industry
05 Feb
EU Space Policy: Space for industry
The new Space Programme might not yet allow us to reach the moon, but it will be the key tool for the EU economy in the coming years, writes Massimiliano Salini.
Committee guide 2020 | CONT: Command and control
05 Feb
Committee guide 2020 | CONT: Command and control
EU money is taxpayers’ money, and the CONT Committee ensures that it is spent correctly, efficiently and in a purposeful way, explains Monika Hohlmeier.
Committee guide 2020 | BUDG: Adding value
04 Feb
Committee guide 2020 | BUDG: Adding value
Britain’s exit from the EU should generate a discussion over the Union’s potential new own resources, suggests Johan van Overtveldt
EU Space Policy: Thinking Big
04 Feb
EU Space Policy: Thinking Big
The EU must take the lead on space security, argues Marian-Jean Marinescu.