Q+A: Brussels breathes a 'sigh of relief' following Romanian election
19 May Foreign & Security Policy

Q+A: Brussels breathes a 'sigh of relief' following Romanian election

Centrist Nicușor Dan triumphed over nationalist George Simion in Romania's presidential election on Sunday, reaffirming the country’s role in the EU and NATO.
by Arno Van Rensbergen
Portuguese voters head the polls — again
16 May Foreign & Security Policy
Portuguese voters head the polls — again
Poland’s presidential vote puts reform agenda to the test
15 May EU Institutions
Poland’s presidential vote puts reform agenda to the test
Albania moves closer to EU membership as Socialists win new mandate
13 May Foreign & Security Policy
Albania moves closer to EU membership as Socialists win new mandate
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
Parliament will try to liven things up with a ‘question time’ session today: Here’s what you need to know
05 Apr
Parliament will try to liven things up with a ‘question time’ session today: Here’s what you need to know
MEPs will attempt an unscripted, rapid-fire “catch the eye” question-and-answer session with the Commission in Strasbourg today
There’s nothing more important for Europe than to win the war declared by Putin
05 Apr
There’s nothing more important for Europe than to win the war declared by Putin
Successfully confronting Putin means considering bold steps, like reintroducing mandatory military conscription in some Member States, increasing military budgets and pushing for a fast-tracked process for Ukraine’s EU membership.
An F-gas free future in power grids? Partner Content
05 Apr
An F-gas free future in power grids?
As European action ramps up against harmful F-gases and toxic PFAS substances, the industry is using clean F-gas free alternatives for electrical switchgear that will allow the EU to achieve its climate objectives
On this year’s World Autism Day, let’s shift the focus away from awareness to acceptance
31 Mar
On this year’s World Autism Day, let’s shift the focus away from awareness to acceptance
Awareness is fine, argues Julie Ward, but without acceptance it risks being contaminated by ableist paternalism
The war in Ukraine is raging on. A step-by-step action plan for what the EU should do next
31 Mar
The war in Ukraine is raging on. A step-by-step action plan for what the EU should do next
The war in Ukraine is threatening stability and security in Europe. In response, the EU must take concrete steps to minimise the costs of the war and bold actions to shore up the European economy, argues Siegfried Mureşan
Issue 549 | 28 March 2022
29 Mar
Issue 549 | 28 March 2022
Issue 549 of The Parliament Magazine is now available to read online for free.
Time to take stock of university values Partner Content
29 Mar
Time to take stock of university values
The European University Association reflects on how the higher education sector has responded to the war in Ukraine and the attack on Europe’s fundamental values
Is a new Kazakhstan emerging? Partner Content
28 Mar
Is a new Kazakhstan emerging?
President Tokayev’s proposed reforms will genuinely alter the country’s political culture
Preparing Europe for cyberwarfare Partner Content
28 Mar
Preparing Europe for cyberwarfare
DIGITALEUROPE is urging NATO Members to dedicate 1% of their national GDP to Emerging and Disruptive Technologies