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
The Parliament Magazine's December Issue
28 Nov EU Institutions
The Parliament Magazine's December Issue
The December issue of The Parliament is now available to read online. This month's policy focus: Health
Navigating the turbulent skies of sustainable aviation fuels Partner Content
28 Nov
Navigating the turbulent skies of sustainable aviation fuels
Sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) are a commendable aim for policymakers, however the push for SAFs should transcend borders, fostering collaboration among nations, regulators, and other stakeholders.
Unmet medical needs and migraine: assessing the added value for patients and society Partner Content
28 Nov
Unmet medical needs and migraine: assessing the added value for patients and society
Migraines often affect a young and female population who are highly engaged in the workforce but also have family responsibilities. It’s time for Europe to widen the definition of unmet medical needs, to ensure adequate quality of life for patients, and to prioritise funding where it’s needed.
A traveling exhibit of Ukrainian modernism keeps art safe in wartime
27 Nov Culture & Arts
A traveling exhibit of Ukrainian modernism keeps art safe in wartime
An exhibit of Ukrainian art making its way through several European capitals presents both a way to safeguard art during wartime and an exercise in cultural diplomacy
In the race to net zero Europe’s industry needs support not regulation Partner Content
27 Nov Energy & Environment
In the race to net zero Europe’s industry needs support not regulation
The European Parliament’s 9th mandate has produced twice as much legislation as its predecessor so now it’s time for policies that support industry as it invests and innovates
It’s possible to promote healthier lifestyles with the right policy support Partner Content
27 Nov Energy & Environment
It’s possible to promote healthier lifestyles with the right policy support
No other food or drink sector in Europe has taken so many meaningful actions to support healthier lifestyles than the soft drinks sector.
COVID’s shift from pandemic to endemic needs attention from policymakers Partner Content
24 Nov
COVID’s shift from pandemic to endemic needs attention from policymakers
Policymakers and stakeholders gathered to discuss the next steps in the EU’s approach to dealing with the COVID transition
Climate finance at COP28: How Europe can support a just transition Partner Content
24 Nov Energy & Environment
Climate finance at COP28: How Europe can support a just transition
The Parliament's latest special edition supplement on Climate finance at COP28 is now live.
How COP28 aims to unlock trillions for climate solutions by centering business Partner Content
24 Nov Energy & Environment
How COP28 aims to unlock trillions for climate solutions by centering business
From 1-2 December this year, COP28 will feature the biggest gathering of business and philanthropy devoted to solving climate change in history, at the inaugural Business & Philanthropy Climate Forum.
Europe’s shame: how to confront rising racism
23 Nov
Europe’s shame: how to confront rising racism
Racism is gaining ground in the EU. This is a wake-up call for Europe, Michael O’Flaherty, director of the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights, argues
Book review: A story of refugees and the things they carry
21 Nov Culture & Arts
Book review: A story of refugees and the things they carry
A fascinating portrait of Iraqi and Syrian refugees and the things – material or intangible – they chose to save and carry with them
Bridging Ambition and Reality: The Key to Sustainable HDV Decarbonisation Partner Content
20 Nov Energy & Environment
Bridging Ambition and Reality: The Key to Sustainable HDV Decarbonisation
The European Union has proposed new targets for reducing Heavy Duty Vehicle (HDV) emissions, but are these targets realistic for manufacturers?
Flexible packaging: enabling reuse and reducing emissions for transport packaging Partner Content
20 Nov Energy & Environment
Flexible packaging: enabling reuse and reducing emissions for transport packaging
Flexible packaging is used in transport to ensure the safe movement of food around the EU by reducing food waste, emissions, avoiding contamination and enabling reuse of rigid containers.
Don’t give up on the potential for humane, sustainable migration reforms
16 Nov EU Institutions
Don’t give up on the potential for humane, sustainable migration reforms
IRC's Harlem Désir urges the Parliament to keep up the pressure to ensure fundamental rights are at the heart of the EU migration pact
PPWR vote in plenary: the priorities for the flexible packaging sector Partner Content
16 Nov Energy & Environment
PPWR vote in plenary: the priorities for the flexible packaging sector
The highly anticipated European Parliament vote on the Proposal for a Regulation on Packaging and Packaging Waste (PPWR) takes place next week. The vote is a great opportunity to scale up circularity and lower the total environmental impacts of production and consumption of packaging and packaged goods.
Book review: A guide on how to do nothing
15 Nov Culture & Arts
Book review: A guide on how to do nothing
Today’s always-on, franticly busy lifestyle isn’t working, suggests philosopher Byung-Chul Han. We should all learn how to do nothing
One Health, One Welfare Partner Content
14 Nov
One Health, One Welfare
Event in the European Parliament produces calls for EU holistic health policies on animal health, human health and the environment.
EU to join European Convention on Human Rights
14 Nov EU Institutions
EU to join European Convention on Human Rights
While some see the chance to close an accountability gap, others remain doubtful.
Why self-care is a central pillar of a modern, sustainable healthcare system Partner Content
09 Nov
Why self-care is a central pillar of a modern, sustainable healthcare system
In Europe, 1.2 billion minor ailments are self-managed with non-prescription medication annually, saving patients and health systems more than €36 billion. Carlton Lawson, EMEA Group President of Kenvue, explains the importance of maintaining access to over-the-counter medicines.
Southern Italy’s small-town revival fuelled by migration
09 Nov EU Institutions
Southern Italy’s small-town revival fuelled by migration
Declining population levels had left the small towns of southern Italy struggling to survive. But by opening their doors to migration, they have breathed new life into their communities
Prioritising the protection of people in crisis situations
08 Nov
Prioritising the protection of people in crisis situations
Parliament should narrow the criteria that activate crisis measures, says the director of the Red Cross EU Office
Migration crises are not inevitable
07 Nov EU Institutions
Migration crises are not inevitable
The longer we wait to implement a more realistic and less idealistic migration approach, the more it will undermine citizens’ trust in their governments, argues Manfred Weber
Driving change: leveraging European satellites for Arctic preservation and climate action Partner Content
06 Nov EU Institutions
Driving change: leveraging European satellites for Arctic preservation and climate action
Earth observation technologies help us understand the consequences of climate change, and enable a deeper understanding of the Arctic environment.
Belgium’s asylum crisis
06 Nov EU Institutions
Belgium’s asylum crisis
Belgium’s failure to meet its obligations to asylum seekers is not just a political and humanitarian issue but also a crisis of the rule of law, reports Sarah Schug