Agriculture & Food All
Can Europe Afford to Defend Itself? Rob Murray on the new Security & Resilience Bank Partner Content
14 Nov
Can Europe Afford to Defend Itself? Rob Murray on the new Security & Resilience Bank
In this episode of the Eastern Frontline podcast, MEPs Reinis Pozņaks and Roberts Zīle speak with Rob Murray, the CEO of the Defence, Security & Resilience Bank
Op-ed: Why the Green Deal should be seen as a growth plan
14 Nov Energy & Environment
Op-ed: Why the Green Deal should be seen as a growth plan
Tech & Research All
Securing Europe’s energy sovereignty through resilient electricity networks Partner Content
14 Nov Member States
Securing Europe’s energy sovereignty through resilient electricity networks
MEP Pilar del Castillo hosted the European Utilities Telecom Council (EUTC) annual event at the European Parliament, highlighting the new challenges posed, and opportunities offered by AI and digitalization, and the related outcomes on the future of Europe’s electricity system
COP30: Time to unlock the potential of sustainable fuels Partner Content
14 Nov Member States
COP30: Time to unlock the potential of sustainable fuels
As the world turns its attention towards Brazil’s COP30, the spotlight is rightly shifting to one of the most pressing challenges of our time: how to accelerate the energy transition in a way that is fair, inclusive, and effective across all regions
Industry & Finance All
How neutral can Switzerland remain?
13 Nov EU Institutions
How neutral can Switzerland remain?
Once a source of strength, neutrality is now dividing the Swiss — between those seeking deeper ties with the EU and those determined to lock neutrality into the constitution.
How Brazilian farmers complement Europe’s food security Partner Content
13 Nov
How Brazilian farmers complement Europe’s food security
Brazilian grape cooperatives complement European farmers’ activities. Jailson Lira, founder of Coopexvale explains how they can strengthen EU food security through responsible production
Energy & Climate All
How bioethanol will power the EU-Brazil drive for transport decarbonisation Partner Content
13 Nov
How bioethanol will power the EU-Brazil drive for transport decarbonisation
With Raízen leading innovation in sustainable biofuels, EU–Brazil cooperation can accelerate the global energy transition. As Europe seeks urgent solutions for transport decarbonisation, Brazil’s bioethanol experience offers valuable lessons, showing how scalable and diverse solutions can support different regional contexts.
The future of mining: connecting competitiveness to the climate agenda Partner Content
13 Nov
The future of mining: connecting competitiveness to the climate agenda
As the world races to decarbonise, Brazil’s Vale sees industrial transformation as both duty and opportunity. Vale’s CEO Gustavo Pimenta to highlight how mining can fuel global climate goals and make sustainability the core of industrial growth
International & Trade All
From forest to future: a vision for Europe’s circular economy Partner Content
13 Nov
From forest to future: a vision for Europe’s circular economy
EUDR: Europe must deliver clarity and commitment fast Partner Content
13 Nov Member States
EUDR: Europe must deliver clarity and commitment fast
With COP30 looming, Europe’s credibility hangs on the EUDR: adopt the timeline, clarify documentation, and leverage certification to deliver deforestation-free supply chains, reducing burdens and giving companies certainty now
Health All
How Orbán holds EU enlargement hostage
12 Nov Member States
How Orbán holds EU enlargement hostage
As Brussels pushes to bring the Western Balkans, Ukraine and Moldova into the fold, Viktor Orbán has turned the EU’s unanimity rule into a tool of leverage — and Europe’s credibility is paying the price.
Europe can be smoke-free, but only if it embraces innovation Partner Content
12 Nov
Europe can be smoke-free, but only if it embraces innovation
A recent Brussels event hosted by We Are Innovation examined how evidence-based policies could help the EU meet its goal of becoming smoke-free by 2040. Those attending heard that innovation, not bans, could be the key to accelerating change and saving lives.
EU Institutions All
Building Europe’s water resilience Partner Content
12 Nov Member States
Building Europe’s water resilience
With climate change intensifying water scarcity and pollution, Patricia Fosselard, Secretary General of Natural Mineral Waters Europe, and MEP Esther Herranz García, Vice Chair of the ENVI Committee, discuss how Europe can close policy gaps and embrace local action for lasting water resilience.
Unseen, Underdiagnosed, Undertreated: Cardiomyopathies need early diagnosis to improve cardiovascular health in Europe Partner Content
12 Nov Member States
Unseen, Underdiagnosed, Undertreated: Cardiomyopathies need early diagnosis to improve cardiovascular health in Europe
Experts participating in the Cardiomyopathies Matter initiative highlight the importance of advancing early diagnosis of cardiomyopathies
Justice All
Addressing Parkinson to strengthen our health systems Partner Content
11 Nov Member States
Addressing Parkinson to strengthen our health systems
Across Europe, Parkinson’s disease is silently becoming one of our most pressing health challenges. MEP Adam Jarubas advocates for a coordinated European response, ensuring timely diagnosis and support for patients and families across all Member States
Op-ed: Europe must be a climate policy leader for the sake of its society
10 Nov EU Institutions
Op-ed: Europe must be a climate policy leader for the sake of its society
Political pressure and shifting priorities risk taking away from Europe’s focus on climate policy, but at a time of global irresponsibility it must remain strong.
Jobs & Social Rights All
Lotteries as a pillar of EU civil space Partner Content
10 Nov Member States
Lotteries as a pillar of EU civil space
Lotteries are instruments of solidarity, responsibility, and trust. As Europe faces growing challenges, The European Lotteries (EL) call for recognition of their vital role in strengthening communities and democracy in an increasingly fragmented continent.
Policy report: Europe at a climate crossroads
07 Nov Energy & Environment
Policy report: Europe at a climate crossroads
The EU's ambitious green agenda is losing momentum, as the bloc prioritises defence and competitiveness. Is Brussels ceding its climate leadership role on the world stage?
Security & Defence All
How Ukraine is losing the Donbas
07 Nov Foreign & Security Policy
How Ukraine is losing the Donbas
After years of fierce resistance, Ukraine’s Donbas region is falling through attrition. Russia’s relentless advance has turned the country’s industrial heart into a symbol of exhaustion and loss.
The Parliament's November print edition is out now
07 Nov Member States
The Parliament's November print edition is out now
The cover story of our latest issue explores how the EU has become 'collateral damage' in the US-China trade war, while other features examine Russia's expanding drone war in Europe and Ukraine's shifting front lines.
Mobility All
A new era for Europe’s pharmaceutical system Partner Content
07 Nov Member States
A new era for Europe’s pharmaceutical system
As the EU reforms its pharmaceutical legislation, MEP Dolors Montserrat discusses how to prevent shortages and putting patients at the heart of a resilient ecosystem.
EU defence commissioner calls for ‘rationality to prevail’ in frozen asset dispute
06 Nov Member States
EU defence commissioner calls for ‘rationality to prevail’ in frozen asset dispute
In an exclusive interview, the European Commission's Andrius Kubilius said he still hopes EU member states can agree to tap frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine, rather than handing the bill to European taxpayers.
Regions & Cities All
Why grid investment can’t wait Partner Content
06 Nov Member States
Why grid investment can’t wait
Europe’s industrial revival starts with its electricity grids. MEP Anna Stürgkh and Vincenzo Ranieri, CEO of e-distribuzione and President of the EU DSO Entity, to discuss how investing now in distribution networks will strengthen competitiveness and the Union’s resilience
EU's proposed customs changes risk undermining entrepreneurs Partner Content
05 Nov Member States
EU's proposed customs changes risk undermining entrepreneurs
Adding flat import fees would only increase red tape and punish Europe’s smallest businesses. Policymakers must act against potential costs for SMEs and consumers, to safeguard competitiveness.