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
Op-ed: Europe can defend its liberal democracy if it reclaims common ground
09 May Foreign & Security Policy
Op-ed: Europe can defend its liberal democracy if it reclaims common ground
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
Boyko Borissov: If the Western Balkans do not get a clear European perspective now, this could have severe consequences for EU
22 Mar
Boyko Borissov: If the Western Balkans do not get a clear European perspective now, this could have severe consequences for EU
Midway through Bulgaria’s demanding EU Council presidency, Prime Minister Boyko Borissov explains why future Western Balkans accession is important for the security and prosperity of all Europeans.
EU should extend 'smart cities' to 'smart villages'
22 Mar
EU should extend 'smart cities' to 'smart villages'
The ‘smart villages’ approach could ensure a brighter future for Europe’s rural areas, say Franc Bogovič and Tibor Szanyi.
The EU is only a rules-based organisation when it suits the EU leaders
21 Mar
The EU is only a rules-based organisation when it suits the EU leaders
We need to change the establishment and replace it with politicians who are willing to listen to public mood, and respond to it by finding mainstream solutions to their concerns, argues Syed Kamall.
New rules breaking down barriers to innovation in animal health Partner Content
21 Mar
New rules breaking down barriers to innovation in animal health
As trilogue negotiations progress, there are numerous ways in which the new rules on animal medicines can shape up to deliver on objectives to foster innovation for improving the health and wellbeing of animals, while protecting public health, writes Roxane Feller.
EU must get serious about promoting the circular economy Partner Content
21 Mar
EU must get serious about promoting the circular economy
If Europe wants to promote the circular economy, then it needs to get serious about it, argues Jacob Hansen.
CAP reform: There is an opportunity in every crisis
21 Mar
CAP reform: There is an opportunity in every crisis
Bureaucracy is not a compulsory component of a common European agricultural policy, writes Peter Jahr.
Brexit: MEPs write to David Davis demanding clarity on citizens' rights
21 Mar
Brexit: MEPs write to David Davis demanding clarity on citizens' rights
Fourteen British MEPs have written to UK Brexit secretary David Davis saying they fear citizens will be “held hostage” in the ongoing Brexit talks.
Udo Bullmann elected as new S&D group leader
21 Mar
Udo Bullmann elected as new S&D group leader
Veteran German deputy Udo Bullmann has been elected leader of the European Parliament’s S&D group.
Cambridge Analytica revelations are only 'tip of the iceberg', warns EU data protection chief
20 Mar
Cambridge Analytica revelations are only 'tip of the iceberg', warns EU data protection chief
The EU’s data protection watchdog has voiced “real concern” at revelations that Facebook and data analytics firm Cambridge Analytica may have misused confidential information.
MEPs to grill EU Commission over Selmayr appointment
20 Mar
MEPs to grill EU Commission over Selmayr appointment
European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker will be asked to provide further information on the controversial appointment of his new secretary-general Martin Selmayr.
CoR: Uncertainty over Brexit preventing regions from preparing for impact
20 Mar
CoR: Uncertainty over Brexit preventing regions from preparing for impact
A new report says that “uncertainty” surrounding the nature of the future EU-UK relationship “complicates the process of adjustment” for many EU regions when the UK exits the EU.
EU and UK reach agreement on Brexit transition period
20 Mar
EU and UK reach agreement on Brexit transition period
The UK and EU have agreed on a "large part" of the agreement that will lead to the "orderly withdrawal" of the UK.
Nato annual report: Most member states have increased defence spending
19 Mar
Nato annual report: Most member states have increased defence spending
Nato Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said that “in an unpredictable world, the alliance is stepping up to keep our nations safe”.
Salisbury attack: EU urged to sanction Putin
19 Mar
Salisbury attack: EU urged to sanction Putin
German MEP Rebecca Harms has called on EU countries to boycott the World Cup due to be held in Russia this summer.
Issue 472 | 19 March 2018
19 Mar
Issue 472 | 19 March 2018
Bulgarian PM Boyko Borissov interview, ePivacy, Copyright, Fire Safety, Online Gambling, CAP Post-2020, Smart Farming, Foreign Investment,Sustainable Finance, Listeria, ASEM, 5 questions with Peter Kouroumbashev and more...
Science and Democracy: safeguarding the right to science, also in agriculture Partner Content
19 Mar
Science and Democracy: safeguarding the right to science, also in agriculture
The upcoming World Congress for Freedom of Scientific Research will help raise awareness of the need for legislation to embrace the right to science, explains Marco Cappato.
Movers and Shakers | 19 March 2018
19 Mar
Movers and Shakers | 19 March 2018
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column. on 19 March 2018
EU leaders stay mum on Russia election result as Salisbury attack case escalates
19 Mar
EU leaders stay mum on Russia election result as Salisbury attack case escalates
Results from this weekend’s election confirm that Vladimir Putin will serve a fourth term as Russian President. Officially his vote share - in an election in which strong opposition had not been allowed - was put at more than 76 per cent.  
Europe must invest (much) more in research and education collaboration Partner Content
19 Mar
Europe must invest (much) more in research and education collaboration
Investment in research and education not only brings the highest European added value, it is also the most effective long-term, future-oriented commitment that the EU can make towards its citizens, writes Rolf Tarrach.
Online gambling is a gateway to match-fixing
19 Mar
Online gambling is a gateway to match-fixing
Online gambling is a gateway to the scourge of match-fixing, and EU member states must coordinate their efforts for better regulation, writes Marc Tarabella.
Fire safety: Every fire victim is one too many Partner Content
19 Mar
Fire safety: Every fire victim is one too many
Every fire victim is one too many, writes Quentin de Hults.
Opposites attract: three main ideologies, one common threat Partner Content
19 Mar
Opposites attract: three main ideologies, one common threat
In recent years the EU has experienced a bewildering wave of terrorist attacks from groups and individuals.
Fire safety: Prevention needs to be a priority for EU policymakers
19 Mar
Fire safety: Prevention needs to be a priority for EU policymakers
Emma McClarkin explains why we need further action from the EU on fire safety in buildings.
EU and UK businesses ‘in denial’ over hard trade-offs lying ahead on Brexit, new study reveals
16 Mar
EU and UK businesses ‘in denial’ over hard trade-offs lying ahead on Brexit, new study reveals
First ever social media study of industry attitudes to Brexit shows divergence of views across sectors.