German rearmament tests time, money and resolve
23 May Foreign & Security Policy

German rearmament tests time, money and resolve

As Germany prepares to spend 5% of GDP on defence, Chancellor Friedrich Merz must overcome scepticism both within his governing coalition and in the country at large.
by Arno Van Rensbergen
‘The West created Vučić’: Serbian journalists say repression is tightening
21 May Foreign & Security Policy
‘The West created Vučić’: Serbian journalists say repression is tightening
Op-ed: When it comes to the DMA, Europe must show its teeth
22 May EU Institutions
Op-ed: When it comes to the DMA, Europe must show its teeth
Op-ed: Europe’s existential choice
21 May Foreign & Security Policy
Op-ed: Europe’s existential choice
EBS highlights importance of EU single market
23 May
EBS highlights importance of EU single market
The European Business Summit was told on Monday that the EU's single market is supporting millions of jobs and boosting competitiveness throughout Europe.
Can the EU's circular economy apply to ports?
19 May
Can the EU's circular economy apply to ports?
It makes perfect sense for ports to go circular, says Merja Kyllönen, but this will take legislative perseverance.
MEPs back measures to give national parliaments greater say in EU legislation
19 May
MEPs back measures to give national parliaments greater say in EU legislation
MEPs have overwhelmingly backed measures that call for national parliaments to have a greater say on EU legislation.
A sustainable blue economy can boost Europe's tourism
19 May
A sustainable blue economy can boost Europe's tourism
EU coastal regions attract a huge number of tourists each year but they need more support to unlock the full potential of the blue economy, says István Ujhelyi.
Unpaid internships: Complaint launched against Belgium
19 May
Unpaid internships: Complaint launched against Belgium
A legal complaint has been launched on the issue of unpaid internships in Belgium.
European Business Summit 2017: What to expect
19 May
European Business Summit 2017: What to expect
This year's European Business Summit is an opportunity to take part in stimulating debates on the future of Europe.
European Business Summit: What's next for Europe?
19 May
European Business Summit: What's next for Europe?
This year's European Business Summit is well placed to provide a platform for debate between EU stakeholders, explains Arnaud Thysen.
EU Parliament approves new audiovisual services rules
18 May
EU Parliament approves new audiovisual services rules
EU citizens with subscriptions for online films and TV may soon be able to access their content while temporarily in another EU country.
MEPs endorse EU strategy for Syria
18 May
MEPs endorse EU strategy for Syria
MEPs have urged the EU to take a more active role in helping to bring the long-running conflict in Syria to an end.
MEPs demand crackdown on rule of law in Hungary
18 May
MEPs demand crackdown on rule of law in Hungary
Campaigners say that Parliament’s decision to launch a fresh crackdown on Hungary marks a clear red line on the protection of rights.
Green jobs could change the way we live, so what are we waiting for?
18 May
Green jobs could change the way we live, so what are we waiting for?
Green jobs could change the way we live, and the world we live in - what are we waiting for, asks Jean Lambert.
5 questions with... Danuta Hübner
18 May
5 questions with... Danuta Hübner
Academia, crime novels and skiing.
Nato defence chiefs commit to keeping alliance 'ready, relevant and able'
18 May
Nato defence chiefs commit to keeping alliance "ready, relevant and able"
Nato defence chiefs have committed to keeping the western alliance “ready, relevant and able.”
Obesity is a societal problem
18 May
Obesity is a societal problem
The EU’s approach to food advertising to children must change if it is to e­ffectively tackle the obesity epidemic, says Daciana Octavia Sârbu.
Tackling obesity is a political ambition
18 May
Tackling obesity is a political ambition
Obesity is a major public health concern and action must be taken at EU and national level, writes Michèle Rivasi.
Brexit: MEPs discuss Northern Ireland challenge
17 May
Brexit: MEPs discuss Northern Ireland challenge
Northern Irish MEP Jim Nicholson has warned that resolving the Irish border issue in the Brexit talks will be a massive task.
MEPs again reject Commission's money laundering blacklist
17 May
MEPs again reject Commission's money laundering blacklist
MEPs have again rejected a narrow list of countries said to be at risk of money laundering.
Barnier: Clock is ticking on Brexit deal
17 May
Barnier: Clock is ticking on Brexit deal
The EU's chief Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, has warned that the clock is ticking on the UK's withdrawal from the EU.
Karmenu Vella: Green Week will show how traditional blue collar jobs can become part of green transition
17 May
Karmenu Vella: Green Week will show how traditional blue collar jobs can become part of green transition
European environment, maritime affairs and fisheries Commissioner Karmenu Vella on what to expect from this year's EU Green Week activities, the importance of the blue economy and the job potential of acting green.
On Brexit, bottom lines and what Theresa May can learn from Mike Tyson
17 May
On Brexit, bottom lines and what Theresa May can learn from Mike Tyson
Tony Blair's former chief of staff Jonathan Powell hopes to use his experience to secure a Brexit deal that works for business.
Diageo's commitment to better consumer information
16 May
Diageo's commitment to better consumer information
Diageo believes people have a right to know what is in their drinks.
Weber and Pittella hail Macron's victory
16 May
Weber and Pittella hail Macron's victory
The leaders of Parliament's two biggest groups agree that Macron's victory in France is a good sign for Europe.
Alcohol labelling issue is not as simple as it seems
16 May
Alcohol labelling issue is not as simple as it seems
Alcohol labelling is not as simple as it seems and health campaigners should be wary of unintended consequences, writes Christopher Snowdon.
Parliamentary groups in row over Hungary
16 May
Parliamentary groups in row over Hungary
Parliament is set to vote on a resolution on Hungary on Wednesday, which the EPP group has refused to back.