Poland’s presidential vote puts reform agenda to the test
15 May EU Institutions

Poland’s presidential vote puts reform agenda to the test

With Poland’s presidency up for grabs, this Sunday's election could unlock long-stalled reforms – or deepen the political gridlock hampering Warsaw’s pro-European course.
by Arno Van Rensbergen
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
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
Interview: Clean Industrial Deal puts EPP’s Ehler in the driving seat
14 May EU Institutions
Interview: Clean Industrial Deal puts EPP’s Ehler in the driving seat
Brok remains tight-lipped on cash-for-visits allegations
01 Feb
Brok remains tight-lipped on cash-for-visits allegations
Senior German MEP Elmar Brok has refused to be drawn on accusations that he charged visitor groups money to enter Parliament.
MEPs hail UK Parliament’s no-deal Brexit rejection
01 Feb
MEPs hail UK Parliament’s no-deal Brexit rejection
MEPs have welcomed the UK Parliament’s rejection of a “no deal” scenario in the ongoing Brexit process.
Parliament’s pesticide committee stance receives mixed reactions
30 Jan
Parliament’s pesticide committee stance receives mixed reactions
MEPs have given a mixed reaction to Parliament’s decision to adopt the recommendations of a special committee set up to look into the EU approval procedure of pesticides.
MEPs urged to give green light to transparency measures
30 Jan
MEPs urged to give green light to transparency measures
Deputies are being urged to approve a package of measures designed to increase transparency in lobbying and the MEPs’ expenses system.
MEPs launch ‘elections manifesto’ in fight against cancer
29 Jan
MEPs launch ‘elections manifesto’ in fight against cancer
MEPs standing in the upcoming European elections will be asked to throw their weight behind a “manifesto” which aims to help tackle the scourge of cancer.
EU must hold Pakistan to account on women and children's rights violations
28 Jan
EU must hold Pakistan to account on women and children's rights violations
Pakistan continues to violate a number of Conventions on the rights of women and children. It is time for the EU to hold it to account, argues Ignazio Corrao.
Michel Barnier: EU must brace for no-deal Brexit
28 Jan
Michel Barnier: EU must brace for no-deal Brexit
The EU's chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier has warned that Europe needs to be prepared for a 'no-deal' scenario.
Movers and Shakers | 28 January 2019
28 Jan
Movers and Shakers | 28 January 2019
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column. on 28 January 2019
Jude Kirton-Darling: Sri Lanka must adhere to GSP+ standards
28 Jan
Jude Kirton-Darling: Sri Lanka must adhere to GSP+ standards
The EU’s Generalised Scheme of Preferences+ programme comes with appropriate conditions – these must be respected, writes Jude Kirton-Darling.
A visionary approach to delivering low-emission mobility
28 Jan
A visionary approach to delivering low-emission mobility
Europe’s refining industry can help meet the challenges of climate change and contribute to European industry’s overall competitiveness over the next 30 years, reports Rory Watson.
EU leaders voice concern over political crisis in Venezuela
25 Jan
EU leaders voice concern over political crisis in Venezuela
EU leaders have expressed concern about the current “dramatic” protests taking place in Venezuela.
AI in unmanned military systems: Finding opportunities amidst the challenges
25 Jan
AI in unmanned military systems: Finding opportunities amidst the challenges
At the annual European Defence Agency conference, EU policy makers highlighted both the opportunities and challenges that AI in unmanned military systems present.
Brexit Steering Group appeals to UK to ‘clarify position’ on Brexit
24 Jan
Brexit Steering Group appeals to UK to ‘clarify position’ on Brexit
Parliament’s Brexit Steering Group, including its leader Guy Verhofstadt, has urged the UK to “clarify its position” on Brexit.
Flourishing trade is bringing Ukraine and EU closer together Partner Content
24 Jan
Flourishing trade is bringing Ukraine and EU closer together
Ukraine has built a lasting partnership with the European Union, underpinned by trade and security, explains Ivanna Klympush-Tsintsadze.
A United Europe in Space
24 Jan
A United Europe in Space
Entering space 4.0, Europe’s agencies need to cooperate closely to maximise benefits, writes Johann-Dietrich Wörner.
TV documentary lifts lid on lead-up to Brexit referendum
24 Jan
TV documentary lifts lid on lead-up to Brexit referendum
A new TV documentary reveals how former UK Prime Minister David Cameron was pushed by the Conservative Party’s “fixation” with Europe to call the Brexit referendum.
No end to Brexit deadlock?
24 Jan
No end to Brexit deadlock?
MEPs from Parliament’s Brexit Steering Group have accused the UK Parliament of “not knowing what it wants” after the British House of Commons overwhelmingly voted against Prime Minister Theresa May’s Withdrawal Agreement.
UK could receive €13bn in regional development funding if it remains in EU
24 Jan
UK could receive €13bn in regional development funding if it remains in EU
A new study says that the UK would be entitled to approximately €13 billion of regional development funding for the post-2020 period should it stay in the EU.
Populist and nationalist parties pose ‘significant threat’ in EU elections, warns MEP
23 Jan
Populist and nationalist parties pose ‘significant threat’ in EU elections, warns MEP
Polish EPP MEP Danuta Huebner has warned of the “significant threat” posed by populist and nationalist political parties in the upcoming European elections.
Europe must be a runner in the race for space
23 Jan
Europe must be a runner in the race for space
The EU can no longer rely on others to ensure its technology has adequate access to space, writes Marian-Jean Marinescu.
Investing in Europe’s space ambitions is essential
23 Jan
Investing in Europe’s space ambitions is essential
The EU can, and should, be a leader in space technology. The right support will make the future a reality, writes Monika Hohlmeier.
For Europe, the sky is not the limit
23 Jan
For Europe, the sky is not the limit
By supporting the EU’s ambitions in space, we are backing a cutting-edge industry in Europe, writes Lowri Evans.
Scots MEP Alyn Smith calls for ‘certainty’ for British nationals living and working across EU
22 Jan
Scots MEP Alyn Smith calls for ‘certainty’ for British nationals living and working across EU
Veteran EU policymaker demands swift action to protect the post-Brexit rights of citizens in the event of a chaotic no-deal.
Romania urges EU to start accession talks with Western Balkans countries
22 Jan
Romania urges EU to start accession talks with Western Balkans countries
Romanian foreign minister Teodor Meleșcanu has urged the EU to press ahead with the start of accession talks with Western Balkans countries such as Albania during its Presidency.