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

With Spain pledging to spend 2% of its GDP on defence, PM Pedro Sánchez faces scepticism as he stretches the definition of military spending. Around Europe, not everyone is impressed.
by Arno Van Rensbergen
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
Op-ed: EU's Russian speakers are an opportunity, not a risk
07 May Culture & Arts
Op-ed: EU's Russian speakers are an opportunity, not a risk
EU risks over-reliance on Turkey for defence
05 May Foreign & Security Policy
EU risks over-reliance on Turkey for defence
Refugee Integration in Europe: good practices and challenges Partner Content
16 May
Refugee Integration in Europe: good practices and challenges
The EU has a duty to protect refugees from exploitation, while preserving the values upon Europe’s  democratic societies are built, argues Tommaso Virgili.
EU to ban plastic straws, cutlery and balloons
15 May
EU to ban plastic straws, cutlery and balloons
The EU has confirmed that it aims to ban straws, cutlery, plates and balloon sticks made of plastic as part of a purge on the use of plastics.
Scratching the surface: why mandatory GMO feeding studies just do not make sense Partner Content
15 May
Scratching the surface: why mandatory GMO feeding studies just do not make sense
It’s time to scratch the surface, and recognise that advanced plant breeding methods, including GM crops, can really make a positive impact, writes Julian Little.
Does Brexit really mean 'taking back control' of immigration?
15 May
Does Brexit really mean 'taking back control' of immigration?
The UK will have to demonstrate that it is still ‘open for business’ after it leaves the EU at the end of March 2019, according to Greens MEP Jean Lambert.
Biofuels in the renewable energy directive: The last call Partner Content
15 May
Biofuels in the renewable energy directive: The last call
Ahead of this week's RED II negotiations, Géraldine Kutas explains where policymakers are getting it wrong on biofuels - and how they can fix their mistakes before it's too late.
McDonald's accused of tax avoidance
14 May
McDonald's accused of tax avoidance
Parliament’s Greens/EFA group has warned that the UK could become the “biggest tax haven near the EU” after Brexit.
EU Parliament week ahead: GDPR, migration top of the agenda
14 May
EU Parliament week ahead: GDPR, migration top of the agenda
MEPs will this week discuss the implemention of the GDPR, migration and EU-US relations.
Movers and Shakers | 14 May 2018
14 May
Movers and Shakers | 14 May 2018
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column. on 14 May 2018
Antonio Tajani: EU must rekindle public enthusiasm
11 May
Antonio Tajani: EU must rekindle public enthusiasm
European Parliament President Antonio Tajani has warned of irreparable damage to the EU unless it learns the lessons from Brexit.
Concerns raised over COP24 chances of success
11 May
Concerns raised over COP24 chances of success
Concern has been voiced by the business community about the prospects of meeting climate change targets.
New study highlights the added value of cohesion policy
11 May
New study highlights the added value of cohesion policy
Cohesion policy benefits both the recipient and donor countries, explain Lambert van Nistelrooij and Andrey Novakov.
EU member states must encourage cities and regions in their energy transition plans
10 May
EU member states must encourage cities and regions in their energy transition plans
Cities and regions should look to several EU-funded projects to help facilitate their energy transition, says Maria Spyraki.
Cities and regions: An alternative solution to uphold the COP21 agreement?
10 May
Cities and regions: An alternative solution to uphold the COP21 agreement?
Parliament’s report highlights the key role cities play in the fight against climate change, explains Ángela Vallina.
Cities and regions have a key role to play in tackling the global climate emergency
10 May
Cities and regions have a key role to play in tackling the global climate emergency
European regions and cities have already demonstrated their commitment to fighting climate change, writes Gilles Pargneaux.
UK outlines post-Brexit defence cooperation plans
10 May
UK outlines post-Brexit defence cooperation plans
The UK says it is committed to maintaining close defence and security relations with the EU after it Brexit.
EU Commission launches public consultation on Future of Europe
09 May
EU Commission launches public consultation on Future of Europe
The European Commission has launched an online public consultation as part of the ongoing ‘Future of Europe’ debate.
EU Parliament committee week: Looking ahead
09 May
EU Parliament committee week: Looking ahead
Ways of improving the cybersecurity of Europe’s armed forces will come under the spotlight when MEPs resume their work in Parliament next week.
5 questions with... Laima Andrikienė
09 May
5 questions with... Laima Andrikienė
Laima Andrikienė (EPP, LT) is a Vice-Chair of Parliament’s delegation to the EU-Kazakhstan, EU-Kyrgyzstan, EU-Uzbekistan and EU-Tajikistan parliamentary cooperation committees and for relations with Turkmenistan and Mongolia.
EU urged to uphold Iran nuclear deal as Trump pulls out
09 May
EU urged to uphold Iran nuclear deal as Trump pulls out
EU political leaders and MEPs says they are dismayed at the US decision to pull out of the Iran nuclear agreement.
eHealth could provide a new model for patient-doctor relations
09 May
eHealth could provide a new model for patient-doctor relations
Digital health is a game changer for patient-centred healthcare, writes Michał Boni.
eHealth provides opportunities for smaller countries with limited resources
09 May
eHealth provides opportunities for smaller countries with limited resources
While the positives of developing eHealth and ICT quickly become apparent, there are still some major challenges, writes Andrey Kovatchev.
Benedek Jávor: Energy efficiency has enormous potential
08 May
Benedek Jávor: Energy efficiency has enormous potential
Greens/EFA group MEP Benedek Jávor says that energy efficiency has multiple benefits and by using energy more efficiently, Europeans can lower their energy bills.
Why Europe matters: Talking about my generation
08 May
Why Europe matters: Talking about my generation
While Europe’s young people are keen to develop modern soft skills and entrepreneurial know-how, they also want policymakers and business leaders to listen to them on why Europe matters.
Is Europe willing to make animals the scapegoat through a disproportionate focus on their role in AMR? Partner Content
08 May
Is Europe willing to make animals the scapegoat through a disproportionate focus on their role in AMR?
Unlike human medicines veterinary medicines undergo a thorough environmental risk assessment, explains AnimalhealthEurope Secretary General, Roxane Feller.