The end of encryption as we know it?
12 May EU Institutions

The end of encryption as we know it?

The European Commission wants to make it easier for police to tackle criminal activity over encrypted messaging apps. Privacy advocates warn that's a slippery slope to a surveillance state.
by Eloise Hardy
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
Russian gas phaseout: Why going cold turkey is easier said than done
07 May EU Institutions
Russian gas phaseout: Why going cold turkey is easier said than done
Migration crisis, monetary union top agenda for EU Council summit
27 Jun
Migration crisis, monetary union top agenda for EU Council summit
The EU’s 28 leaders will try to forge a united front in tackling migration when they meet for the Council summit in Brussels on Thursday and Friday.
Low carbon future: Alternative technologies have crucial role to play
26 Jun
Low carbon future: Alternative technologies have crucial role to play
A director of the European Commission’s DG climate action, Artur Runger-Metzger says that while “no silver bullet” exists in meeting the EU’s CO2 emission reduction targets, alternative technologies will have a “crucial” role to play.
MEPs call on Council summit to come up with common European solution to migration crisis
25 Jun
MEPs call on Council summit to come up with common European solution to migration crisis
A mini-summit in Brussels on Sunday where leaders of 16 EU countries tried to reach agreement on migration issues ended without a formal joint statement.
Overcoming Europe's health challenges requires bold political choices
25 Jun
Overcoming Europe's health challenges requires bold political choices
The upcoming European Health Forum Gastein will be an opportunity to tackle Europe’s health challenges head on, writes Karin Kadenbach.
Making plastics packaging circular Partner Content
25 Jun
Making plastics packaging circular
There is an urgent need to change the way we produce, consume and dispose of our waste, writes Antonino Furfari.
Movers and Shakers | 25 June 2018
25 Jun
Movers and Shakers | 25 June 2018
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column. on 25 June 2018
Radicalisation: 'Everyone must take responsibility for what is happening', Parliament told
22 Jun
Radicalisation: 'Everyone must take responsibility for what is happening', Parliament told
A mother who tragically lost her son in the 2017 Manchester terrorist attacks has spoken out against radicalisation.
UAE denies sex abuse allegations
22 Jun
UAE denies sex abuse allegations
The ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the EU has strongly refuted allegations that sexual torture is rampant in “UAE-controlled” prisons in war-torn Yemen.
World Cup: Qatar defends human rights record
22 Jun
World Cup: Qatar defends human rights record
The deputy Prime Minister of Qatar has admitted to MEPs that his country “can still do more” on meeting international standards on labour rights. 
UK details post-Brexit settlement scheme for EU citizens
21 Jun
UK details post-Brexit settlement scheme for EU citizens
The UK Home Office has published much-awaited details of the settlement scheme for EU citizens after Britain exits the EU in March 2019.
MEPs back ECI reform
21 Jun
MEPs back ECI reform
MEPs have backed reform of the European citizens’ initiative, an EU flagship policy which has been widely ridiculed and criticised for being ineffective.
Michel Barnier: UK must accept consequences of Brexit
21 Jun
Michel Barnier: UK must accept consequences of Brexit
The EU’s chief Brexit negotiator said that the EU and the UK will cooperate strongly on security post-Brexit. 
5 questions with... Ignazio Corrao
21 Jun
5 questions with... Ignazio Corrao
Ignazio Corrao (EFDD, IT) is a member of Parliament's development committee.
Real recovery requires real reform
21 Jun
Real recovery requires real reform
The EU will not achieve lasting financial stability and growth if its member states don’t stick to the rules, says Gunnar Hökmark.
Refugee crisis: Greece taking on unfair burden, Parliament told
20 Jun
Refugee crisis: Greece taking on unfair burden, Parliament told
Greek migration policy minister Dimitrios Vitsas has told MEPs his country is shouldering a disproportionate burden in handling the latest migrant crisis.
FAIR INTERNET coalition welcomes copyright vote
20 Jun
FAIR INTERNET coalition welcomes copyright vote
The FAIR INTERNET coalition welcomes vote of the legal affairs committee in favour of a new Article -14a ensuring the payment of fair and proportionate remuneration for performers including for online exploitations.
Legal affairs committee approves controversial EU copyright proposals
20 Jun
Legal affairs committee approves controversial EU copyright proposals
Parliament’s legal affairs committee has voted to largely approve the Commission’s proposed directive on copyright in the digital single market.
EU trade chief: Trump tariffs will destroy jobs
20 Jun
EU trade chief: Trump tariffs will destroy jobs
The European Commission’s top trade official condemned US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose steel and aluminium tariffs on the EU, Canada and Mexico.
AnimalhealthEurope welcomes alignment and finalisation of EU rules to support animal health Partner Content
20 Jun
AnimalhealthEurope welcomes alignment and finalisation of EU rules to support animal health
AnimalhealthEurope applauds efforts to finalise new rules that will bring real benefits to both pets on long-term medication and their owners, as well as a more optimal, efficient and responsible administration of medicines via animal feed, supporting efforts to curb antibiotic resistance.
New copyright rules risk freedom of speech
20 Jun
New copyright rules risk freedom of speech
Proposed copyright law changes show that the European Commission has misunderstood the impact of the digital revolution, warns Dan Dalton.
Blue energy: The renewables underdog
20 Jun
Blue energy: The renewables underdog
The sea o­ffers many options for energy generation, explains Gesine Meissner.
McDonald's representatives to appear before special tax committee
19 Jun
McDonald's representatives to appear before special tax committee
The fast food chain is the subject of a European Commission investigation following allegations of tax evasion.
5G: Turning Point Technologies Partner Content
19 Jun
5G: Turning Point Technologies
Ericsson’s commitment to 5G for Europe is unique, robust and fully engaged, explains Ulf Pehrsson
5G: A future legacy
19 Jun
5G: A future legacy
The European Commission must review its 5G roadmap to ensure deployment of this crucial technology, writes Michał Boni.