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
How Italy and Croatia are fighting against marine pollution Partner Content
04 May
How Italy and Croatia are fighting against marine pollution
Thanks to the EU’s Interreg PEPSEA project, Italy and Croatia are working closely together to protect the marine ecosystems in the Adriatic Sea
A year after they were sanctioned by China, these MEPs tell us how their lives have been impacted
02 May
A year after they were sanctioned by China, these MEPs tell us how their lives have been impacted
“It’s become almost a badge of honour.” Three MEPs sanctioned by China a year ago reflect on the surprising ways their new status has – and has not – made a difference in their professional and personal lives.
It’s time for a paradigm shift in Euro-Atlantic defence and security
01 May
It’s time for a paradigm shift in Euro-Atlantic defence and security
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has fundamentally changed the European security landscape. Now Europe’s approach to security must change too.
The European Parliament’s First Vice-President advocates for a united front against Russia
01 May
The European Parliament’s First Vice-President advocates for a united front against Russia
The war in Ukraine requires all EU institutions to work together to condemn, sanction and help, and to accelerate the implementation of decisions that had already been taken before the war, argues Othmar Karas
Movers and Shakers | 29 April 2022
28 Apr
Movers and Shakers | 29 April 2022
Today’s Movers & Shakers is about: Commission news, France and Slovenia’s Election results and more!
Europe's eastern neighbourhood is all shook up: Here's what Russia’s war in Ukraine could mean for these countries
28 Apr
Europe's eastern neighbourhood is all shook up: Here's what Russia’s war in Ukraine could mean for these countries
The continuation of the Russian war in Ukraine is likely to have long-term ramifications in the EU’s eastern neighbourhood, affecting migration patterns, economic output and security policy, explains Stanislav Secrieru.
Niels Fuglsang on how energy efficiency fuels a more secure world
27 Apr
Niels Fuglsang on how energy efficiency fuels a more secure world
Energy efficiency is an important way to save resources, lower energy bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Russia’s shocking invasion of Ukraine has, however, also made energy efficiency important in the context of energy security.
Finland is getting ready to join Nato: A look back its unique history and how we got here
26 Apr
Finland is getting ready to join Nato: A look back its unique history and how we got here
Russia’s unprovoked war against Ukraine has changed something substantial in Finland: the people are clamouring to join Nato, says Nils Torvalds
In times of high energy prices, it’s even more crucial to pursue the issue on decarbonisation in heating and transport
26 Apr
In times of high energy prices, it’s even more crucial to pursue the issue on decarbonisation in heating and transport
The war in Ukraine has shown us that we need to reduce our dependency on Russian fossil fuels. To do that, we need to continue to implement the ‘Fit for 55’ package and approve the new Emissions Trading System (ETS 2) for heating and transport, argues Peter Liese
Copernicus Supports Europe's Renewable Energy Goals Partner Content
25 Apr
Copernicus Supports Europe's Renewable Energy Goals
Renewables, such as wind and solar, will play a key role in achieving the European Green Deal targets of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 and becoming climate-neutral by 2050. However, green energy comes with its own challenges, not least of which is the variable nature of the resource. Data from the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) help to assess the variability of renewable energy resources, such as wind power, with authoritative information about the past, present and potential future climate in Europe.
Issue 550 | 25 April 2022
25 Apr
Issue 550 | 25 April 2022
Issue 550 of The Parliament Magazine is now available to read online for free.
Shedding light on Europe’s drugs problem Partner Content
22 Apr
Shedding light on Europe’s drugs problem
The tragic effects of illegal drug use may be less visible than in the past, but they are still with us, warns EMCDDA Director Alexis Goosdeel
Movers and Shakers | 22 April 2022
21 Apr
Movers and Shakers | 22 April 2022
Today’s Movers & Shakers is about: COVI and PEGA’s New Chairs and Vice-Chairs, Portugal’s Permanent Representation to the EU and Directorates-General and Services News and more!
How to amend the Artificial Intelligence Act to avoid the misuse of high-risk AI systems
21 Apr
How to amend the Artificial Intelligence Act to avoid the misuse of high-risk AI systems
When it comes to amending the Artificial Intelligence Act, practices endangering fundamental rights must be banned and high-risk applications should be strictly regulated, argues Marcel Kolaja
The best way to regulate artificial intelligence? The EU’s AI Act
20 Apr
The best way to regulate artificial intelligence? The EU’s AI Act
Maintaining the right balance between freedom and supervision, the AI Act will enhance the spread of an important new technology while ensuring its safety, argues Eva Maydell
Mariia's Diary: Life in Kyiv during the Russian invasion
14 Apr
Mariia's Diary: Life in Kyiv during the Russian invasion
Media analyst and social scientist Mariia Kriuchok, 28, lives with her partner Tymofii and cat in an apartment building Kyiv city center. She writes for The House / Parliament Magazine about life in the Ukrainian capital as Russia’s assault on her country continues.
The European Social Fund Plus helps Europeans stay afloat in times of crises
14 Apr
The European Social Fund Plus helps Europeans stay afloat in times of crises
It is crucial for our collective wellbeing that we build a Europe that is more just for its citizens, and the ESF+ can help with this now more than ever, argues David Casa

The EU must stand strong in the face of industry pressure to protect the world’s forests
12 Apr
The EU must stand strong in the face of industry pressure to protect the world’s forests
The EU is on the verge of making a once-in-a-generation move to tackle global deforestation. But industry forces are trying to derail it, writes Julia Christian.
The real story behind Parliament's curious ostrich sculptures
12 Apr
The real story behind Parliament's curious ostrich sculptures
Political statement or an ode to the past? We get the story behind the ostrich sculptures outside European Parliament.
Sandra Kalniete on Latvian independence, her time as foreign minister and battling foreign interference in democratic processes
11 Apr
Sandra Kalniete on Latvian independence, her time as foreign minister and battling foreign interference in democratic processes
With the war in Ukraine recalibrating practically every policy field, it has become paramount to identify and counter disinformation and foreign malign influence in Europe, Sandra Kalniete tells Parliament Magazine
Movers and Shakers | 7 April 2022
07 Apr
Movers and Shakers | 7 April 2022
Today’s Movers & Shakers is about: MEP News, Commission News, National Party Elections and more!
Despite progress on antigypsyism in Europe, more legislation is required for true equality
07 Apr
Despite progress on antigypsyism in Europe, more legislation is required for true equality
The 2020 EU Roma Strategic Framework represents a necessary new beginning in the fight against antigypsyism in Europe. But it remains a toothless tiger without an equality law for Romani people, writes Romeo Franz
NAMs: Supporting innovation for rigorous management of chemicals and a healthier environment Partner Content
07 Apr
NAMs: Supporting innovation for rigorous management of chemicals and a healthier environment
The recently published Commission consultation on REACH includes biased questions. With ‘New Approach Methodologies’ filling important knowledge gaps, the EU must support these scientific innovations for the purpose of better regulation.
How to harness AI for the benefit of our health and environment
06 Apr
How to harness AI for the benefit of our health and environment
AI can have transformative effects on healthcare and the environment, but we need to be smart about it, writes Susana Solís Pérez