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
EDA annual conference highlights importance of cyber defence
24 Nov
EDA annual conference highlights importance of cyber defence
European Defence Agency chief executive Jorge Domecq has called for better cooperation in the fight against cyber warfare.
Eastern Partnership summit kicks off in Brussels
24 Nov
Eastern Partnership summit kicks off in Brussels
UK Prime Minister Theresa May has set out her commitment for Britain to continue to play a critical role in European security after the UK leaves the EU.
5 questions with... Anna Maria Corazza Bildt
23 Nov
5 questions with... Anna Maria Corazza Bildt
Food tourism, tennis and eCommerce.
Guardians of the wild: The reality of wildlife conservation on the ground
23 Nov
Guardians of the wild: The reality of wildlife conservation on the ground
Emma Stokes tells us about the dangers from poachers, how demand for ivory and bushmeat is threatening species, and the effectiveness of EU policy on the ground.
Now is the time for an EU-wide ivory ban
23 Nov
Now is the time for an EU-wide ivory ban
We need action across all 28 member states to stop the current purge on elephants, writes Catherine Bearder.
Risk-preparedness: The quest for a more resilient EU energy sector
22 Nov
Risk-preparedness: The quest for a more resilient EU energy sector
Better risk-preparedness for Europe’s electricity sector could result in huge cost savings, says Ludek Niedermayer.
EU must tackle national barriers to energy flows
22 Nov
EU must tackle national barriers to energy flows
National borders are restricting the development of Europe’s energy sector, argues Flavio Zanonato.
Eva Kaili unveiled as host of MEP awards 2018
22 Nov
Eva Kaili unveiled as host of MEP awards 2018
The Parliament Magazine is proud to announce Eva Kaili as the host of the MEP awards 2018.
Issue 465 | 20 November 2017
21 Nov
Issue 465 | 20 November 2017
Julian King interview, Cybersecurity, Press Freedom, Cohesion Policy,  Wildlife Trafficking, Rare Diseases, Workers' Rights, Open Innovation, Security of Energy supply, 5 questions with Anna Maria Corazza Bildt and more...
How to make young people more employable? Teach entrepreneurship in schools Partner Content
21 Nov
How to make young people more employable? Teach entrepreneurship in schools
A detailed survey of five EU member states in which schools have been teaching entrepreneurship confirms impressive benefits for young people, businesses, and wider society, explains Caroline Jenner
Barnier: Brexit means Brexit - everywhere
21 Nov
Barnier: Brexit means Brexit - everywhere
EU Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier has used the bluntest language yet to tell Britain that UK-based banks will lose access to the single market as a legal consequence of Brexit.
Julian King: Bold EU action is required to address cyber vulnerabilities
21 Nov
Julian King: Bold EU action is required to address cyber vulnerabilities
With digital crime and cyberattacks on the increase, European security union Commissioner Julian King outlines how he plans to strengthen Europe’s cyber defences.
It's time for cyber-justice
21 Nov
It's time for cyber-justice
The EU must urgently take further steps to eradicate cybercrime, says Elissavet Vozemberg-Vrionidi.
MEPs give cautious welcome to EU cybersecurity proposals
21 Nov
MEPs give cautious welcome to EU cybersecurity proposals
MEPs have concerns about the Commission’s new cybersecurity proposals.
Cyber-defence: The new security challenge
21 Nov
Cyber-defence: The new security challenge
The EDA plays a central role in improving Europe’s capacity to protect itself from cyber-threats, writes Jorge Domecq.
Movers and Shakers | 20 November 2017
20 Nov
Movers and Shakers | 20 November 2017
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column. on 20 November 2017
Fierce competition to host European Medicines Agency
20 Nov
Fierce competition to host European Medicines Agency
Voting for the two key EU agencies that must be relocated after Brexit should not descend into a Eurovision-style competition, warn MEPs.
Why boosting apprenticeships presents a win-win situation for everyone Partner Content
20 Nov
Why boosting apprenticeships presents a win-win situation for everyone
Companies, youngsters and society as a whole can all reap the rewards of properly organised apprenticeships, argues Denis Pennel
Europe’s future depends on open innovation Partner Content
20 Nov
Europe’s future depends on open innovation
Europe’s future depends on open innovation, argues Martin Kern.
INNOVEIT 2017: Shaping the future of EU innovation
20 Nov
INNOVEIT 2017: Shaping the future of EU innovation
The recent INNOVEIT 2017 forum provided a showcase for successful innovation.
Press freedom is under attack
17 Nov
Press freedom is under attack
The murder of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia along with 1000 other journalists since 2006 highlights the growing intimidation and dangers reporters face.
Seventh cohesion report: Time to look forward
17 Nov
Seventh cohesion report: Time to look forward
Cohesion funds can help reduce the gaps between EU member states, if spent wisely, argues Lambert van Nistelrooij.
Catalonia: Commission accused of unequal treatment
17 Nov
Catalonia: Commission accused of unequal treatment
The European Commission has been accused of unequal treatment in respect of Catalonia during a debate in Parliament on the rule of law in Malta.
European Arrest Warrant comes under renewed scrutiny Partner Content
16 Nov
European Arrest Warrant comes under renewed scrutiny
The EAW system has quite rightly once again come under the media spotlight, writes Willy Fautré